Dhalan
Dhalan is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Nagali is the gram panchayat of Dhalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhalan unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Dhalan’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 Dhalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhalan is 007355. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176303. Dalhousie is nearest town to Dhalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhalan 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 Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhalan
Population of Dhalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhalan has a total population of about 78, with approximately 38 males and 40 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 6 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.95%, with male literacy at about 76.32% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 15 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 78 | 38 | 40 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Connectivity of Dhalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhalan
- Where is Dhalan located?
- Dhalan village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhalan is Nagali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhalan?
- The pincode of Dhalan is 176303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhalan is 78, with 38 males and 40 females.
- How many households are there in Dhalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhalan village has a total of 15 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhalan is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 76.32%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.