Danthenam - Dummugudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Danthenam is a village situated in the Dummugudem mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 16 km from Dummugudem and around 136 km from Khammam. Narsapuram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Danthenam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danthenam is 578990. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 507137 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Danthenam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrachelam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danthenam
According to the 2011 Census, Danthenam village had a total population of 126 people, including 68 males and 58 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.22%, with male literacy at 47.46% and female literacy at 46.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 40 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Danthenam
Danthenam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Danthenam
Danthenam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manuguru to Danthenam is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Danthenam is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danthenam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danthenam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Danthenam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danthenam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danthenam
Where is Danthenam located?
Danthenam village is located in Dummugudem Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Danthenam?
The Grama Panchayat of Danthenam is Narsapuram.
What is the pincode of Danthenam?
The pincode of Danthenam is 507137.
What is the population of Danthenam?
Danthenam had a total population of 126, including 68 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Danthenam?
Danthenam had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danthenam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danthenam was 47.22%. Male literacy was 47.46% and female literacy was 46.94%.