Dhanjhar
Dhanjhar is a village located in Ranibundh subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.2km away from sub-district headquarter Ranibundh. Bankura is the district headquarter of Dhanjhar village. As per 2009 stats, Barikul is the gram panchayat of Dhanjhar village.
Dhanjhar has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhanjhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanjhar is 329389. The village spans a total geographical area of 663.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722148. Ranibandh is nearest town to Dhanjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Dhanjhar
Below is a concise population overview of Dhanjhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 249 | 131 | 118 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 56 | 37 |
Literate Population | 160 | 92 | 68 |
Illiterate Population | 89 | 39 | 50 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhanjhar village:
- The total population of Dhanjhar village is around 249, including approximately 131 males and 118 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanjhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhanjhar village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 93 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhanjhar village is about 64.26%, with male literacy at 70.23% and female literacy at 57.63%.
- There are around 52 households in Dhanjhar village.
Connectivity of Dhanjhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanjhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanjhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanjhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanjhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanjhar
- Where is Dhanjhar located?
- Dhanjhar village is situated in Ranibundh Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanjhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhanjhar is Barikul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhanjhar?
- The pincode of Dhanjhar is 722148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanjhar is 249, with 131 males and 118 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanjhar village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanjhar is 64.26%. The male literacy rate is 70.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.63%.