Dhanapura - Sumerpur, Pali
Dhanapura is a village situated in the Sumerpur tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sumerpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Bamnera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanapura is 091255. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 306902 pincode. Sumerpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhanapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumerpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanapura
As per Census 2011, Dhanapura village has a total population of 873 people, consisting of 394 males and 479 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,215 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 394 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 49 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 223 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 171 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanapura
Dhanapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bapu Nagar | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Joyla | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Vera Rampura | South | 2.89 km |
| Posaliya | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Salodariya | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Jaitpura | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Poyana | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Khandra | South | 4.92 km |
| Kesarpur (og) (part) | East | 5.07 km |
| Fatapura | North | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanapura
Dhanapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jawai Bandh, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sumerpur to Dhanapura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Dhanapura is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanapura 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhanapura
Where is Dhanapura located?
Dhanapura village is located in Sumerpur Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanapura is Bamnera.
What is the pincode of Dhanapura?
The pincode of Dhanapura is 306902.
What is the population of Dhanapura?
Dhanapura has a total population of 873, including 394 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Dhanapura?
There are 205 households in Dhanapura.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanapura is 44.33%. Male literacy is 56.60% and female literacy is 34.24%.