Dhanaw - Gola, Gorakhpur
Dhanaw is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Madaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanaw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanaw is 187850. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.05 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhanaw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanaw
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanaw village had a total population of 412 people, including 224 males and 188 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.13%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 73.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
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 | 412 | 224 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 182 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 42 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanaw
Dhanaw 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 Dhanaw
Dhanaw is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Dhanaw is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Dhanaw is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanaw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanaw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanaw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanaw 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanaw
Where is Dhanaw located?
Dhanaw village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanaw?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanaw is Madaria.
What is the pincode of Dhanaw?
The pincode of Dhanaw is 273407.
What is the population of Dhanaw?
Dhanaw had a total population of 412, including 224 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Dhanaw?
Dhanaw had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanaw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanaw was 82.13%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 73.26%.