Dhansway - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Dhansway is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tanboul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhansway village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhansway is 019659. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.52 hectares and falls under the 174011 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dhansway village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhansway
As per Census 2011, Dhansway village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 109 males and 79 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 724 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhansway are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 109 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 84 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 25 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Dhansway
Dhansway 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 Dhansway
Dhansway is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilaspur to Dhansway is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dhansway is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhansway
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhansway village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhansway
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhansway village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhansway
Where is Dhansway located?
Dhansway village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhansway?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhansway is Tanboul.
What is the pincode of Dhansway?
The pincode of Dhansway is 174011.
What is the population of Dhansway?
Dhansway has a total population of 188, including 109 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Dhansway?
There are 41 households in Dhansway.
What is the literacy rate in Dhansway?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhansway is 68.09%. Male literacy is 77.06% and female literacy is 55.70%.