Dantra Village - Kotri, Bhilwara
Dantra is a village situated in the Kotri tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Dantra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantra is 095691. The village covers a total geographical area of 1586.06 hectares and falls under the 311603 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dantra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahazpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dantra
As per Census 2011, Dantra village has a total population of 2,164 people, consisting of 1,085 males and 1,079 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,096 literate and 1,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 559 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantra are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,085 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 163 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 559 | 269 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 90 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 662 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 423 | 645 |
Nearby Villages of Dantra
Dantra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadri Khera | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Kheri | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Kothaj | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Deotalai | South | 3.93 km |
| Aasop | West | 4.02 km |
| Chhapdel | South | 4.07 km |
| Boonti | North | 4.07 km |
| Deo Khera | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Kanwaliyas | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Onkarpura | North-West | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dantra
Dantra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandalgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 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 Shahpura to Dantra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Dantra is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dantra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dantra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dantra
Where is Dantra located?
Dantra village is located in Kotri Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantra?
Dantra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dantra?
The pincode of Dantra is 311603.
What is the population of Dantra?
Dantra has a total population of 2,164, including 1,085 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Dantra?
There are 461 households in Dantra.
What is the literacy rate in Dantra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantra is 50.65%. Male literacy is 61.01% and female literacy is 40.22%.