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.

Dhanas has its own place in the vibrant Chandigarh 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 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.

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Population of Dhanas

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Dhanas village is around 7,094, including approximately 4,258 males and 2,836 females, with a sex ratio of 666 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,002 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanas village has 1,065 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanas village is about 73.37%, with male literacy at 77.85% and female literacy at 66.64%.
  • There are around 1,845 households in Dhanas village.

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.

Kaimbwala Sarangpur Raipur Khurd Raipur Kalan Makhan Majra Khuda Alisher Mani Majra Basti Kishangarh Basti Bhagwanpur Daria Mauli Jagran

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%.