Village code 218812

Dhankaul Village, Piprarhi Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Dhankaul is a village in Piprarhi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Sheohar district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Dhankaul village map in Bihar
Dhankaul village map image for Piprarhi Block, Bihar.

Village Overview

Dhankaul is a village in Piprarhi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Sheohar district, Bihar. For Dhankaul, the population is 8,766, PIN code is 843324 and Census village code is 218812. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Dhankaul village
Village code218812
PIN code843324
Population8,766
Households2,111
Area557 ha / 5.57 sq. km / 1,376 acres
Population density1,574 people per sq. km
Sex ratio913 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townSheohar (9 km)
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtSheohar
Census 2011 districtSheohar

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 843324. This helps users verify the postal area for Dhankaul, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Dhankaul village
PIN code843324
Post offices linked with this PINParihar SO, Andauli BO, BMachhpakauni BO, Baburban BO, Bathuara BO, and Betaha BO
Best matching post officeParihar SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtSitamarhi
Postal stateBihar
Postal divisionSitamarhi Division
Postal circleBihar Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Dhankaul comes under Dhankau gram panchayat and Piprarhi C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Piprarhi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Piprarhi at 16 km. The Census district headquarters, Sheohar, is 9 km away.

Administrative details for Dhankaul
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtSheohar
Census 2011 districtSheohar
State code10
District code205
Block / Census sub-district code1059
Gram panchayat code0009
C.D. Block code47
Block panchayat code47

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Dhankaul village and its household count.

Total population

8,766 residents in 2,111 households

Male population

4,582

Female population

4,184

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 1,088; Scheduled Tribes: 1

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 4

Private primary school

Available; count: 2

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 2

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Dhankaul
Primary health sub-centre1
ASHA workerAvailable
Medicine shop2

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Dhankaul
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayAvailable
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadAvailable
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeAvailable
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankAvailable
Cooperative bankAvailable
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatAvailable
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Dhankaul
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageAvailable
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power5 hours per day
Winter domestic power5 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Dhankaul
Net area sown386.34 hectares
Irrigated area205 hectares
Unirrigated area181.34 hectares
Canal irrigated area150 hectares
Non-agricultural area30 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Dhankaul
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Sheohar, 5-10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Dhankaul

Sheohar (9 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Piprarhi is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Dhankaul
Nearest major townSheohar (9 km)
Block headquartersPiprarhi (16 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Dhankaul. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Dhankaul
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 4
Private Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 2
Government OthersAvailable; 2
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength2
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position2
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree2
Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop2
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
River CanalAvailable
River Canal Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Closed DrainageAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage UncoveredAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General PublicAvailable
Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
TaxiAvailable
VansAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dhankaul village located?

Dhankaul is located in Piprarhi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Sheohar.

Which Block is Dhankaul in?

Dhankaul is in Piprarhi Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Dhankaul in?

District: Sheohar.

What is the village code of Dhankaul?

The Census village code of Dhankaul is 218812.

What is the PIN code of Dhankaul?

The PIN code reported for Dhankaul is 843324.

What is the population of Dhankaul?

Dhankaul has 8,766 residents in 2,111 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Dhankaul part of?

Dhankaul comes under Dhankau gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Dhankaul?

The nearest statutory town to Dhankaul is Sheohar (9 km).

Which crops are grown in Dhankaul?

The main crops reported for Dhankaul are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Dhankaul?

Land-use details for Dhankaul include net area sown: 386.34 hectares, irrigated area: 205 hectares, and unirrigated area: 181.34 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Dhankaul?

Government primary school status for Dhankaul is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Dhankaul?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Dhankaul?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Dhankaul?

The total geographical area of Dhankaul is 557 hectares.

How many households are in Dhankaul?

Dhankaul has 2,111 households as per Census 2011.

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