Dhand - Dhand St, Kaithal
Dhand is a village situated in the Dhand St tehsil of Kaithal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 14 km from Fatehpur Pundri and around 23 km from Kaithal. Dhand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhand is 058975. The village covers a total geographical area of 830 hectares and falls under the 136020 pincode. Pundri is the nearest town.
Dhand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pundri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhand
According to the 2011 Census, Dhand village had a total population of 10,533 people, including 5,650 males and 4,883 females, living in 2,092 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.13%, with male literacy at 79.74% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,217.
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 | 10,533 | 5,650 | 4,883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,471 | 832 | 639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,217 | 1,173 | 1,044 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,446 | 3,842 | 2,604 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,087 | 1,808 | 2,279 |
Nearby Villages of Dhand
Dhand 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 Dhand
Dhand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhand has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kaithal to Dhand is about 23 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 Dhand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhand 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 Dhand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhand 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhand
Where is Dhand located?
Dhand village is located in Dhand St Tehsil, Kaithal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhand?
Dhand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhand?
The pincode of Dhand is 136020.
What is the population of Dhand?
Dhand had a total population of 10,533, including 5,650 males and 4,883 females.
How many households are there in Dhand?
Dhand had 2,092 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhand was 71.13%. Male literacy was 79.74% and female literacy was 61.36%.