Dhanauji - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Dhanauji is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Mahui Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanauji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanauji is 187193. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.66 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode. Urua is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dhanauji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanauji
As per Census 2011, Dhanauji village has a total population of 261 people, consisting of 142 males and 119 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 838 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanauji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 142 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 45 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanauji
Dhanauji 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 Dhanauji
Dhanauji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Urua to Dhanauji is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Dhanauji is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanauji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanauji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanauji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanauji 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanauji
Where is Dhanauji located?
Dhanauji village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanauji?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanauji is Mahui Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Dhanauji?
The pincode of Dhanauji is 273213.
What is the population of Dhanauji?
Dhanauji has a total population of 261, including 142 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Dhanauji?
There are 32 households in Dhanauji.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanauji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanauji is 68.20%. Male literacy is 68.31% and female literacy is 68.07%.