Dhanaj Budruk - Karanja, Washim
Dhanaj Budruk is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Dhanaj (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanaj Budruk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanaj Budruk is 530919. The village covers a total geographical area of 804.89 hectares and falls under the 444110 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dhanaj Budruk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanaj Budruk
As per Census 2011, Dhanaj Budruk village has a total population of 4,284 people, consisting of 2,196 males and 2,088 females. The village has 970 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,334 literate and 950 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,060 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanaj Budruk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,284 | 2,196 | 2,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 233 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,060 | 541 | 519 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 3,334 | 1,783 | 1,551 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 413 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanaj Budruk
Dhanaj Budruk 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 Dhanaj Budruk
Public transport in the Dhanaj Budruk is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karanja to Dhanaj Budruk is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Dhanaj Budruk is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanaj Budruk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanaj Budruk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanaj Budruk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanaj Budruk 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 Dhanaj Budruk
Where is Dhanaj Budruk located?
Dhanaj Budruk village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanaj Budruk?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanaj Budruk is Dhanaj (bk).
What is the pincode of Dhanaj Budruk?
The pincode of Dhanaj Budruk is 444110.
What is the population of Dhanaj Budruk?
Dhanaj Budruk has a total population of 4,284, including 2,196 males and 2,088 females.
How many households are there in Dhanaj Budruk?
There are 970 households in Dhanaj Budruk.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanaj Budruk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanaj Budruk is 77.82%. Male literacy is 81.19% and female literacy is 74.28%.