Dhanota - Shahpura, Jaipur
Dhanota is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Dhanota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanota is 079288. The village covers a total geographical area of 432 hectares and falls under the 303103 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dhanota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viratnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanota
As per Census 2011, Dhanota village has a total population of 5,827 people, consisting of 3,082 males and 2,745 females. The village has 901 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 826 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,754 literate and 2,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,766 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,827 | 3,082 | 2,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 826 | 471 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,766 | 947 | 819 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 3,754 | 2,284 | 1,470 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,073 | 798 | 1,275 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanota
Dhanota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raopura | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Murli Pura | North | 1.73 km |
| Tejpura | East | 2.37 km |
| Gopalpura | North | 2.95 km |
| Tigariya | South | 3.06 km |
| Nangal Koju | West | 3.10 km |
| Kumbhpuriya | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Ranipura | North | 3.88 km |
| Jagatpura | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Kaloo Ka Bas | South | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanota
Dhanota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Govindgarh Malikpur, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 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 Dhanota is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Dhanota is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanota
Where is Dhanota located?
Dhanota village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanota?
Dhanota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanota?
The pincode of Dhanota is 303103.
What is the population of Dhanota?
Dhanota has a total population of 5,827, including 3,082 males and 2,745 females.
How many households are there in Dhanota?
There are 901 households in Dhanota.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanota is 64.42%. Male literacy is 74.11% and female literacy is 53.55%.