Dhanapur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Dhanapur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Dhanaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanapur is 207268. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.27 hectares and falls under the 232105 pincode. Dhnapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanapur village had a total population of 2,148 people, including 1,105 males and 1,043 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.49%, with male literacy at 84.40% and female literacy at 60.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 769, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 2,148 | 1,105 | 1,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 195 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 400 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,307 | 768 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 337 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanapur
Dhanapur 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 Dhanapur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhnapur to Dhanapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Dhanapur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dhanapur
Where is Dhanapur located?
Dhanapur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanapur is Dhanaur.
What is the pincode of Dhanapur?
The pincode of Dhanapur is 232105.
What is the population of Dhanapur?
Dhanapur had a total population of 2,148, including 1,105 males and 1,043 females.
How many households are there in Dhanapur?
Dhanapur had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanapur was 72.49%. Male literacy was 84.40% and female literacy was 60.36%.