Dhani Purohitan - Kishangarh, Ajmer
Dhani Purohitan is a village situated in the Kishangarh tehsil of Ajmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishangarh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ajmer. Katsoora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhani Purohitan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhani Purohitan is 091488. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 305802 pincode. Kishangarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhani Purohitan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kishangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ajmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhani Purohitan
As per Census 2011, Dhani Purohitan village has a total population of 2,299 people, consisting of 1,154 males and 1,145 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,167 literate and 1,132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhani Purohitan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,299 | 1,154 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 243 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,187 | 578 | 609 |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 721 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,132 | 433 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Dhani Purohitan
Dhani Purohitan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kebaniya | South | 1.47 km |
| Raghunathpura | North | 2.25 km |
| Katsoora | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Arain | East | 3.76 km |
| Dadiya | South-West | 5.18 km |
| Motipura | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Bharla | North-West | 5.58 km |
| Chota Lamba | South | 5.91 km |
| Kalyanipura | East | 6.07 km |
| Dholpuriya | North | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhani Purohitan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dhani Purohitan. The nearest railway station is Kishangarh, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishangarh to Dhani Purohitan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ajmer to Dhani Purohitan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhani Purohitan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhani Purohitan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhani Purohitan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhani Purohitan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhani Purohitan
Where is Dhani Purohitan located?
Dhani Purohitan village is located in Kishangarh Tehsil, Ajmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhani Purohitan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhani Purohitan is Katsoora.
What is the pincode of Dhani Purohitan?
The pincode of Dhani Purohitan is 305802.
What is the population of Dhani Purohitan?
Dhani Purohitan has a total population of 2,299, including 1,154 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Dhani Purohitan?
There are 434 households in Dhani Purohitan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhani Purohitan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhani Purohitan is 50.76%. Male literacy is 62.48% and female literacy is 38.95%.