Dhunera - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dhunera is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Tapper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhunera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhunera is 007430. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.4 hectares and falls under the 176304 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhunera 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 Dhunera
According to the 2011 Census, Dhunera village had a total population of 120 people, including 60 males and 60 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.45%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 61.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 13 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Dhunera
Dhunera 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 Dhunera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dhunera.
| 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 Dhunera is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dhunera is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhunera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhunera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhunera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhunera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhunera
Where is Dhunera located?
Dhunera village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhunera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhunera is Tapper.
What is the pincode of Dhunera?
The pincode of Dhunera is 176304.
What is the population of Dhunera?
Dhunera had a total population of 120, including 60 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Dhunera?
Dhunera had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhunera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhunera was 73.45%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 61.02%.