Dantru - Fatehpur, Sikar
Dantru is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sikar. Dantru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantru is 081286. The village covers a total geographical area of 1595 hectares and falls under the 332311 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dantru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dantru
As per Census 2011, Dantru village has a total population of 1,812 people, consisting of 961 males and 851 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,035 literate and 777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,812 | 961 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 128 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 425 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 644 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 317 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Dantru
Dantru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jethwan Ka Bas | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Dhani Kalyanpura | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Batranau | South | 2.79 km |
| Bhauji Ki Dhani | East | 2.92 km |
| Swami Ki Dhani | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Chacheewad Chhota | West | 3.12 km |
| Dhani Ridmal | North | 3.51 km |
| Shekhiwas | East | 4.65 km |
| Sulkhaniya | North | 4.76 km |
| Chacheewad Bara | West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dantru
Dantru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Fatehpur Shekhawati, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Fatehpur to Dantru is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Dantru is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dantru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dantru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dantru
Where is Dantru located?
Dantru village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantru?
Dantru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dantru?
The pincode of Dantru is 332311.
What is the population of Dantru?
Dantru has a total population of 1,812, including 961 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Dantru?
There are 337 households in Dantru.
What is the literacy rate in Dantru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantru is 57.12%. Male literacy is 67.01% and female literacy is 45.95%.