Dhanthar

Dhanthar is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Dhanthar village. As per 2009 stats, Badol is the gram panchayat of Dhanthar village.

Here you can discover what makes Dhanthar unique in its vibrant Jhanduta-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Dhanthar’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 Dhanthar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanthar is 019490. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174310. Naina Devi is nearest town to Dhanthar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dhanthar 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 Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhanthar

According to the 2011 Census, Dhanthar has a total population of about 131, with approximately 68 males and 63 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 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 73.28%, with male literacy at about 82.35% and female literacy near 63.49%. There are around 25 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanthar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 131 68 63
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 8 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 10 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 96 56 40
Illiterate Population 35 12 23

Connectivity of Dhanthar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanthar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanthar 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 Dhanthar

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanthar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanthar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanthar

Where is Dhanthar located?
Dhanthar village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanthar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanthar is Badol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhanthar?
The pincode of Dhanthar is 174310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanthar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanthar is 131, with 68 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Dhanthar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanthar village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanthar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanthar is 73.28%. The male literacy rate is 82.35%, while the female literacy rate is 63.49%.