Dhanwas
Dhanwas is a village located in Jhalrapatan tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalrapatan (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Durgpura is the gram panchayat of Dhanwas village.
Dhanwas has its own place in the vibrant Jhalawar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhanwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanwas is 104002. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326001. Jhalawar is nearest town to Dhanwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhanwas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhanwas
Population of Dhanwas
Below is a concise population overview of Dhanwas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 391 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 257 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 134 | 250 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhanwas village:
- The total population of Dhanwas village is around 759, including approximately 391 males and 368 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanwas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhanwas village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 228 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhanwas village is about 49.41%, with male literacy at 65.73% and female literacy at 32.07%.
- There are around 155 households in Dhanwas village.
Connectivity of Dhanwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanwas. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanwas
- Where is Dhanwas located?
- Dhanwas village is situated in Jhalrapatan Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanwas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhanwas is Durgpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhanwas?
- The pincode of Dhanwas is 326001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanwas is 759, with 391 males and 368 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanwas village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanwas is 49.41%. The male literacy rate is 65.73%, while the female literacy rate is 32.07%.