Dhurala
Dhurala is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Dhurala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhurala unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Dhurala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhurala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhurala is 058548. The village spans a total geographical area of 788 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136119. Kurukshtera is nearest town to Dhurala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dhurala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhurala
Population of Dhurala
According to the 2011 Census, Dhurala has a total population of about 4,358, with approximately 2,300 males and 2,058 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 655 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,492 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.81%, with male literacy at about 65.78% and female literacy near 55.25%. There are around 802 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhurala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,358 | 2,300 | 2,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 655 | 374 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,492 | 779 | 713 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,650 | 1,513 | 1,137 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,708 | 787 | 921 |
Connectivity of Dhurala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhurala. As per the 2011 stats, Dhurala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhurala
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhurala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhurala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhurala
- Where is Dhurala located?
- Dhurala village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhurala?
- Dhurala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhurala?
- The pincode of Dhurala is 136119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhurala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhurala is 4,358, with 2,300 males and 2,058 females.
- How many households are there in Dhurala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhurala village has a total of 802 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhurala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhurala is 60.81%. The male literacy rate is 65.78%, while the female literacy rate is 55.25%.