Dhanawa - Nanpara, Bahraich
Dhanawa is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Dhanava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanawa is 171525. The village covers a total geographical area of 625.17 hectares and falls under the 271882 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dhanawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanawa
As per Census 2011, Dhanawa village has a total population of 2,311 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,075 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,018 literate and 1,293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,311 | 1,236 | 1,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 197 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 152 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 1,018 | 681 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 555 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanawa
Dhanawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chahlar | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Pipari Mafi | South | 1.68 km |
| Rajapur Janub | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Pathar Kalan | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Intaha | East | 2.81 km |
| Sadhuwapur Gokulpur | North | 2.85 km |
| Matera Kalan | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Devdattpur | South | 3.59 km |
| Dharm Kunda | South | 3.87 km |
| Laluhi | North | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanawa
Dhanawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Matera, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.3 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 Nanpara to Dhanawa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Dhanawa is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanawa
Where is Dhanawa located?
Dhanawa village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanawa is Dhanava.
What is the pincode of Dhanawa?
The pincode of Dhanawa is 271882.
What is the population of Dhanawa?
Dhanawa has a total population of 2,311, including 1,236 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Dhanawa?
There are 488 households in Dhanawa.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanawa is 44.05%. Male literacy is 55.10% and female literacy is 31.35%.