Dhanora Banjara - Sengaon, Hingoli
Dhanora Banjara is a village situated in the Sengaon tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sengaon and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Dhanora (b) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanora Banjara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanora Banjara is 545712. The village covers a total geographical area of 672.47 hectares and falls under the 431542 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhanora Banjara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dhanora Banjara
As per Census 2011, Dhanora Banjara village has a total population of 1,029 people, consisting of 524 males and 505 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanora Banjara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,029 | 524 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 366 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 158 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanora Banjara
Dhanora Banjara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belkheda | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Sawargaon Mundhe | North | 3.04 km |
| Umarad | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Dongargaon | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Kapadsingi | East | 4.29 km |
| Pimpri Barda | West | 4.54 km |
| Uti Purna | South | 5.39 km |
| Raigaon | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Gandhari | North | 5.61 km |
| Kolapa | South-East | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanora Banjara
Dhanora Banjara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satuna, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 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 Lonar to Dhanora Banjara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Dhanora Banjara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanora Banjara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanora Banjara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanora Banjara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanora Banjara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanora Banjara
Where is Dhanora Banjara located?
Dhanora Banjara village is located in Sengaon Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanora Banjara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanora Banjara is Dhanora (b).
What is the pincode of Dhanora Banjara?
The pincode of Dhanora Banjara is 431542.
What is the population of Dhanora Banjara?
Dhanora Banjara has a total population of 1,029, including 524 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Dhanora Banjara?
There are 204 households in Dhanora Banjara.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanora Banjara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanora Banjara is 60.25%. Male literacy is 69.85% and female literacy is 50.30%.