Dhamani (Manora) - Manora, Washim
Dhamani (Manora) is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Dhamani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamani (Manora) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamani (Manora) is 531064. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.37 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dhamani (Manora) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamani (Manora)
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamani (Manora) village had a total population of 3,063 people, including 1,554 males and 1,509 females, living in 716 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.72%, with male literacy at 92.11% and female literacy at 79.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 963, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 560.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,063 | 1,554 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 160 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 963 | 480 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 560 | 284 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 2,341 | 1,284 | 1,057 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 270 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamani (Manora)
Dhamani (Manora) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somnathnagar | South | 1.72 km |
| Manora | East | 2.15 km |
| Amgavhan | West | 2.20 km |
| Gundi | North | 2.41 km |
| Somthana | South | 2.93 km |
| Watod | North | 3.03 km |
| Chistala | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Kondoli | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Devthana | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Vitholi | South-East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamani (Manora)
Dhamani (Manora) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Dhamani (Manora) is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Dhamani (Manora) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamani (Manora)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamani (Manora) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamani (Manora)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamani (Manora) 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 Dhamani (Manora)
Where is Dhamani (Manora) located?
Dhamani (Manora) village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamani (Manora)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamani (Manora) is Dhamani.
What is the pincode of Dhamani (Manora)?
The pincode of Dhamani (Manora) is 444404.
What is the population of Dhamani (Manora)?
Dhamani (Manora) had a total population of 3,063, including 1,554 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Dhamani (Manora)?
Dhamani (Manora) had 716 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamani (Manora)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamani (Manora) was 85.72%. Male literacy was 92.11% and female literacy was 79.06%.