Dhalan - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dhalan is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Nagali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhalan is 007355. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.67 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dhalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhalan village had a total population of 78 people, including 38 males and 40 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.61%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 64.86%.
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 | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Dhalan
Dhalan 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 Dhalan
Public transport in the Dhalan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Dhalan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dhalan is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhalan
Where is Dhalan located?
Dhalan village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhalan is Nagali.
What is the pincode of Dhalan?
The pincode of Dhalan is 176303.
What is the population of Dhalan?
Dhalan had a total population of 78, including 38 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Dhalan?
Dhalan had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhalan was 73.61%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 64.86%.