Dhanaj
About Dhanaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhanaj village is 545127. Dhanaj village is located in Naigaon tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Naigaon (khairgaon) (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Dhanaj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 339 hectares. Dhanaj has a total population of 941 peoples, out of which male population is 493 while female population is 448. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 908 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhanaj village is 61.21% out of which 66.53% males and 55.36% females are literate. There are about 177 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 Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nanded Lok Sabha constituency. Nanded is nearest town to dhanaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Dhanaj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 493 | 448 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 328 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 165 | 200 |
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 Naigaon 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 941, with 493 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanaj village has a total of 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanaj is 61.21%. The male literacy rate is 66.53%, while the female literacy rate is 55.36%.