Dhadun - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dhadun is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Mornu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhadun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhadun is 007375. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.2 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Bakloh(cb) is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dhadun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhadun
According to the 2011 Census, Dhadun village had a total population of 70 people, including 43 males and 27 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 628 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 56.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dhadun
Dhadun 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 Dhadun
Dhadun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bakloh(cb) to Dhadun is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dhadun is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhadun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhadun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhadun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhadun 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhadun
Where is Dhadun located?
Dhadun village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhadun?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhadun is Mornu.
What is the pincode of Dhadun?
The pincode of Dhadun is 176207.
What is the population of Dhadun?
Dhadun had a total population of 70, including 43 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Dhadun?
Dhadun had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhadun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhadun was 70.00%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 56.00%.