Dhand
About Dhand
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhand village is 006997. Dhand village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Dhand village. As per 2009 stats, Kalhel is the gram panchayat of Dhand village.
The total geographical area of village is 121 hectares. Dhand has a total population of 517 peoples, out of which male population is 252 while female population is 265. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1051 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhand village is 42.55% out of which 49.60% males and 35.85% females are literate. There are about 99 houses in dhand village. Pincode of dhand village locality is 176316.
When it comes to administration, Dhand village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhand village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to dhand village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhand
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 252 | 265 |
| Children (0-6) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 220 | 125 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 127 | 170 |
Connectivity of Dhand
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhand
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhand
Where is Dhand located?
Dhand village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhand is Kalhel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhand?
The pincode of Dhand is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhand is 517, with 252 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhand village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhand is 42.55%. The male literacy rate is 49.60%, while the female literacy rate is 35.85%.