Dhanuan - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Dhanuan is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Asspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanuan is 203933. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.46 hectares and falls under the 233310 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dhanuan 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 Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanuan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanuan village had a total population of 537 people, including 272 males and 265 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.62%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 55.61%.
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 | 537 | 272 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 186 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 86 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanuan
Dhanuan 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 Dhanuan
Dhanuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhanuan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Dhanuan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhanuan
Where is Dhanuan located?
Dhanuan village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanuan is Asspur.
What is the pincode of Dhanuan?
The pincode of Dhanuan is 233310.
What is the population of Dhanuan?
Dhanuan had a total population of 537, including 272 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Dhanuan?
Dhanuan had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanuan was 70.62%. Male literacy was 86.11% and female literacy was 55.61%.