Dhani Degan - Sardarshahar, Churu
Dhani Degan is a village situated in the Sardarshahar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarshahar and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Rooplisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhani Degan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhani Degan is 070444. The village covers a total geographical area of 1175.05 hectares and falls under the 331022 pincode. Sardarshahar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhani Degan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardarshahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhani Degan
As per Census 2011, Dhani Degan village has a total population of 877 people, consisting of 440 males and 437 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhani Degan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 877 | 440 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 90 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 260 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 180 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Dhani Degan
Dhani Degan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rooplisar | South | 1.91 km |
| Degan | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Dulrasar | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Khileriya | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Pabusar | South | 4.84 km |
| Mangasar | East | 5.77 km |
| Kalyanpura Purohitan | North | 5.82 km |
| Singri | South-West | 6.03 km |
| Anandwasi | East | 6.06 km |
| Udasar Charnan | North | 7.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhani Degan
Dhani Degan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sardarshahr, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sardarshahar to Dhani Degan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Dhani Degan is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhani Degan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhani Degan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhani Degan
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 Degan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhani Degan
Where is Dhani Degan located?
Dhani Degan village is located in Sardarshahar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhani Degan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhani Degan is Rooplisar.
What is the pincode of Dhani Degan?
The pincode of Dhani Degan is 331022.
What is the population of Dhani Degan?
Dhani Degan has a total population of 877, including 440 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Dhani Degan?
There are 147 households in Dhani Degan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhani Degan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhani Degan is 45.72%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 32.27%.