Dhanas
Dhanas is a village located in Chandigarh tehsil of Chandigarh district in Chandigarh, India. It is situated 7km away from Chandigarh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhanas village. As per 2009 stats, Dhanas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhanas unique in its vibrant Chandigarh region. You’ll see Dhanas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhanas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanas is 040091. The village spans a total geographical area of 116 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 160014. Chandigarh M Corp is nearest town to Dhanas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Dhanas
Population of Dhanas
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanas has a total population of about 7,094, with approximately 4,258 males and 2,836 females. The sex ratio is around 666 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,002 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,065 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.37%, with male literacy at about 77.85% and female literacy near 66.64%. There are around 1,845 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,094 | 4,258 | 2,836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,002 | 549 | 453 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,065 | 590 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,205 | 3,315 | 1,890 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,889 | 943 | 946 |
Connectivity of Dhanas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanas. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanas
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanas
- Where is Dhanas located?
- Dhanas village is situated in Chandigarh Tehsil, within the Chandigarh district of Chandigarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanas?
- Dhanas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhanas?
- The pincode of Dhanas is 160014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanas is 7,094, with 4,258 males and 2,836 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanas village has a total of 1,845 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanas is 73.37%. The male literacy rate is 77.85%, while the female literacy rate is 66.64%.