Dhanaj
About Dhanaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhanaj village is 545507. Dhanaj village is located in Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Mukhed (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Dhanaj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 546 hectares. Dhanaj has a total population of 1,047 peoples, out of which male population is 543 while female population is 504. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 928 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhanaj village is 68.58% out of which 76.80% males and 59.72% females are literate. There are about 230 houses in dhanaj village.
When it comes to administration, Dhanaj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhanaj village comes under Mukhed Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nanded Lok Sabha constituency. Deglur is nearest town to dhanaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Dhanaj
The population details of Dhanaj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 543 | 504 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 132 | 74 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 718 | 417 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 126 | 203 |
Connectivity of Dhanaj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanaj
Where is Dhanaj located?
Dhanaj village is situated in Mukhed Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanaj?
Dhanaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanaj is 1,047, with 543 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanaj village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanaj is 68.58%. The male literacy rate is 76.80%, while the female literacy rate is 59.72%.