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
As per Census 2011, Dhand village has a total population of 10,533 people, consisting of 5,650 males and 4,883 females. The village has 2,092 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,446 literate and 4,087 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhand are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 10,533, including 5,650 males and 4,883 females.
How many households are there in Dhand?
There are 2,092 households in Dhand.
What is the literacy rate in Dhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhand is 61.20%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 53.33%.