Dhanaj

Dhanaj is a village located in Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Ner (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Dhanaj village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhanaj has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhanaj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanaj is 542033. The village spans a total geographical area of 1266.86 hectares. Darwha is nearest town to Dhanaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Dhanaj

Below is a concise population overview of Dhanaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,408 1,214 1,194
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 261 124 137
Scheduled Castes (SC) 519 267 252
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,926 1,021 905
Illiterate Population 482 193 289

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhanaj village:

  • The total population of Dhanaj village is around 2,408, including approximately 1,214 males and 1,194 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 261 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanaj village has 519 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanaj village is about 79.98%, with male literacy at 84.10% and female literacy at 75.80%.
  • There are around 560 households in Dhanaj village.

Connectivity of Dhanaj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanaj. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanaj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhanaj

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanaj.

Sarata Chikhali Makrampur Tembhi Mangladevi Pathrad Hirapur Bharad Manikwada Mangrul Umarvihir

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanaj

Where is Dhanaj located?
Dhanaj village is situated in Ner Tehsil, within the Yavatmal 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 2,408, with 1,214 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanaj village has a total of 560 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanaj is 79.98%. The male literacy rate is 84.10%, while the female literacy rate is 75.80%.