Dhani - Bali, Pali
Dhani is a village situated in the Bali tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bali and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Dhani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhani is 091279. The village covers a total geographical area of 1556 hectares and falls under the 306116 pincode. Falna is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhani
As per Census 2011, Dhani village has a total population of 2,388 people, consisting of 1,152 males and 1,236 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,371 literate and 1,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 681 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,388 | 1,152 | 1,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 145 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 345 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,371 | 756 | 615 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,017 | 396 | 621 |
Nearby Villages of Dhani
Dhani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kagri | South | 3.14 km |
| Dantiwara | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Guralas | East | 4.28 km |
| Bamniya | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Kheemel | North | 4.76 km |
| Chamunderi Mertiyan | South | 4.83 km |
| Karlai | South | 5.15 km |
| Kerapura | South-East | 6.19 km |
| Panchalwara | East | 6.22 km |
| Ramaniya | East | 6.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhani
Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khimel, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Falna to Dhani is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Dhani is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhani
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhani
Where is Dhani located?
Dhani village is located in Bali Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhani?
Dhani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhani?
The pincode of Dhani is 306116.
What is the population of Dhani?
Dhani has a total population of 2,388, including 1,152 males and 1,236 females.
How many households are there in Dhani?
There are 478 households in Dhani.
What is the literacy rate in Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhani is 57.41%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 49.76%.