Dhurala - Saha St, Ambala
Dhurala is a village situated in the Saha St tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 20 km from Barara and around 25 km from Ambala. Dhurala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhurala is 057541. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 133201 pincode. Ambala is the nearest town.
Dhurala 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 Dhurala
As per Census 2011, Dhurala village has a total population of 2,357 people, consisting of 1,228 males and 1,129 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,627 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,018 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhurala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,228 | 1,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 157 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,018 | 549 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 943 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 285 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Dhurala
Dhurala 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 Dhurala
Dhurala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhurala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Dhurala is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhurala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhurala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhurala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhurala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dhurala
Where is Dhurala located?
Dhurala village is located in Saha St Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhurala?
Dhurala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhurala?
The pincode of Dhurala is 133201.
What is the population of Dhurala?
Dhurala has a total population of 2,357, including 1,228 males and 1,129 females.
How many households are there in Dhurala?
There are 440 households in Dhurala.
What is the literacy rate in Dhurala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhurala is 69.03%. Male literacy is 76.79% and female literacy is 60.58%.