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
As per Census 2011, Dhanua village has a total population of 414 people, consisting of 200 males and 214 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 414 | 200 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 414, including 200 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Dhanua?
There are 97 households in Dhanua.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanua is 80.43%. Male literacy is 85.50% and female literacy is 75.70%.