Danapur - Bhokardan, Jalna
Danapur is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Danapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danapur is 547301. The village covers a total geographical area of 725 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Danapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danapur
As per Census 2011, Danapur village has a total population of 2,800 people, consisting of 1,456 males and 1,344 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,875 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,800 | 1,456 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 202 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,875 | 1,101 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 355 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Danapur
Danapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajapur | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Dagadwadi | West | 2.66 km |
| Dehed | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Wadshed | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Surangali | North | 3.42 km |
| Talni | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Bhaydi | South | 3.94 km |
| Kathora Bajar | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Nimbola | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Manapur | South-West | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Danapur
Danapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhokardan to Danapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Danapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Danapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Danapur
Where is Danapur located?
Danapur village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danapur?
Danapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danapur?
The pincode of Danapur is 431114.
What is the population of Danapur?
Danapur has a total population of 2,800, including 1,456 males and 1,344 females.
How many households are there in Danapur?
There are 543 households in Danapur.
What is the literacy rate in Danapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danapur is 66.96%. Male literacy is 75.62% and female literacy is 57.59%.