Dhaner - Sakri, Dhule
Dhaner is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Dhaner village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaner is 526336. The village covers a total geographical area of 1757.16 hectares and falls under the 424304 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Dhaner village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaner
As per Census 2011, Dhaner village has a total population of 1,667 people, consisting of 821 males and 846 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaner are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,667 | 821 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 130 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,181 | 566 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 485 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 336 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaner
Dhaner is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuruswade | South | 3.45 km |
| Machmal | South | 3.52 km |
| Sutare | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Raikot | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Amali | West | 4.83 km |
| Khandbara | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Kharadbari | East | 5.99 km |
| Jamkhel | South-West | 6.19 km |
| Shirsole | South | 6.44 km |
| Lagadwal | North-East | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhaner
Dhaner is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchpada, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Dhaner is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Dhaner is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaner village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhaner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaner village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhaner
Where is Dhaner located?
Dhaner village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaner?
Dhaner is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhaner?
The pincode of Dhaner is 424304.
What is the population of Dhaner?
Dhaner has a total population of 1,667, including 821 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Dhaner?
There are 360 households in Dhaner.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaner is 53.87%. Male literacy is 59.07% and female literacy is 48.82%.