Dhanoshi - Jawhar, Palghar
Dhanoshi is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Jawhar and around 110 km from Thane. Dhanoshi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanoshi is 551930. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.02 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dhanoshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanoshi
As per Census 2011, Dhanoshi village has a total population of 1,182 people, consisting of 563 males and 619 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanoshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,182 | 563 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,173 | 559 | 614 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 283 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 280 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanoshi
Dhanoshi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanoshi
Dhanoshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Dhanoshi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dhanoshi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanoshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanoshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanoshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanoshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanoshi
Where is Dhanoshi located?
Dhanoshi village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanoshi?
Dhanoshi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanoshi?
The pincode of Dhanoshi is 401603.
What is the population of Dhanoshi?
Dhanoshi has a total population of 1,182, including 563 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Dhanoshi?
There are 232 households in Dhanoshi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanoshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanoshi is 44.59%. Male literacy is 50.27% and female literacy is 39.42%.