Milk Dhankota - Barara, Ambala
Milk Dhankota is a village situated in the Barara tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Milk Dhankota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milk Dhankota is 057608. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 133202 pincode. Jagadhri is the nearest town.
Milk Dhankota 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 Milk Dhankota
According to the 2011 Census, Milk Dhankota village had a total population of 597 people, including 331 males and 266 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.87%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 68.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 388.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 597 | 331 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 215 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 263 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 68 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Milk Dhankota
Milk Dhankota is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Milk Dhankota
Milk Dhankota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Milk Dhankota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Milk Dhankota is about 40 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 Milk Dhankota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Milk Dhankota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Milk Dhankota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Milk Dhankota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Milk Dhankota
Where is Milk Dhankota located?
Milk Dhankota village is located in Barara Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Milk Dhankota?
Milk Dhankota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Milk Dhankota?
The pincode of Milk Dhankota is 133202.
What is the population of Milk Dhankota?
Milk Dhankota had a total population of 597, including 331 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Milk Dhankota?
Milk Dhankota had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Milk Dhankota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milk Dhankota was 78.87%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 68.55%.