Dhanuktor

Dhanuktor is a village located in Raghunathpur Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.1km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 75.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Nildih is the gram panchayat of Dhanuktor village.

Dhanuktor has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Dhanuktor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanuktor is 330242. The village spans a total geographical area of 324.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723133. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Dhanuktor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Dhanuktor

Below is a concise population overview of Dhanuktor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,225 633 592
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 177 93 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,028 535 493
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 42 17 25
Literate Population 833 509 324
Illiterate Population 392 124 268

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhanuktor village:

  • The total population of Dhanuktor village is around 1,225, including approximately 633 males and 592 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanuktor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanuktor village has 1,028 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 42 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanuktor village is about 68.00%, with male literacy at 80.41% and female literacy at 54.73%.
  • There are around 208 households in Dhanuktor village.

Connectivity of Dhanuktor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanuktor. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanuktor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
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 Dhanuktor

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanuktor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanuktor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanuktor

Where is Dhanuktor located?
Dhanuktor village is situated in Raghunathpur Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanuktor?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanuktor is Nildih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhanuktor?
The pincode of Dhanuktor is 723133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanuktor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanuktor is 1,225, with 633 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Dhanuktor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanuktor village has a total of 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanuktor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanuktor is 68.00%. The male literacy rate is 80.41%, while the female literacy rate is 54.73%.