Dhuda Sapad - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dhuda Sapad is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Jiyunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuda Sapad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuda Sapad is 007401. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Dhuda Sapad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhuda Sapad
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuda Sapad village had a total population of 332 people, including 169 males and 163 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.03%, with male literacy at 84.56% and female literacy at 51.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 331.
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 | 332 | 169 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 169 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 126 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 43 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuda Sapad
Dhuda Sapad 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 Dhuda Sapad
Dhuda Sapad 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 Chamba to Dhuda Sapad is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuda Sapad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuda Sapad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuda Sapad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuda Sapad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhuda Sapad
Where is Dhuda Sapad located?
Dhuda Sapad village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhuda Sapad?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuda Sapad is Jiyunta.
What is the pincode of Dhuda Sapad?
The pincode of Dhuda Sapad is 176301.
What is the population of Dhuda Sapad?
Dhuda Sapad had a total population of 332, including 169 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Dhuda Sapad?
Dhuda Sapad had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuda Sapad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuda Sapad was 68.03%. Male literacy was 84.56% and female literacy was 51.03%.