Dheen - Barara, Ambala
Dheen is a village situated in the Barara tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barara and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Dheen village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheen is 057611. The village covers a total geographical area of 974 hectares and falls under the 133202 pincode. Ambala Cantt is the nearest town.
Dheen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dheen
As per Census 2011, Dheen village has a total population of 5,196 people, consisting of 2,733 males and 2,463 females. The village has 992 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 608 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,381 literate and 1,815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dheen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,196 | 2,733 | 2,463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 608 | 345 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,136 | 1,133 | 1,003 |
| Literate Population | 3,381 | 1,949 | 1,432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,815 | 784 | 1,031 |
Nearby Villages of Dheen
Dheen is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khan Ahmadpur | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Ganganpur | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Salahpur | North | 2.43 km |
| Fatehpur | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Jahangirpur | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Duliani | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Jamal Majra | North | 3.09 km |
| Saran | South | 3.22 km |
| Sirsgarh | West | 3.24 km |
| Bekonpur | East | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dheen
Dheen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mustafabad, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Dheen is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dheen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dheen
Where is Dheen located?
Dheen village is located in Barara Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheen?
Dheen is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dheen?
The pincode of Dheen is 133202.
What is the population of Dheen?
Dheen has a total population of 5,196, including 2,733 males and 2,463 females.
How many households are there in Dheen?
There are 992 households in Dheen.
What is the literacy rate in Dheen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheen is 65.07%. Male literacy is 71.31% and female literacy is 58.14%.