Dhanua - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Dhanua is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kolar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanua is 397515. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 754137 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dhanua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanua
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanua village had a total population of 414 people, including 200 males and 214 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.40%, with male literacy at 94.48% and female literacy at 81.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 414 | 200 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 171 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanua
Dhanua 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 Dhanua
Dhanua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Dhanua is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanua
Where is Dhanua located?
Dhanua village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanua?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanua is Kolar.
What is the pincode of Dhanua?
The pincode of Dhanua is 754137.
What is the population of Dhanua?
Dhanua had a total population of 414, including 200 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Dhanua?
Dhanua had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanua was 87.40%. Male literacy was 94.48% and female literacy was 81.00%.