Dhanel
About Dhanel
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhanel village is 007170. Dhanel village is located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Dhanel village. As per 2009 stats, Salwan is the gram panchayat of Dhanel village.
The total geographical area of village is 334.8 hectares. Dhanel has a total population of 238 peoples, out of which male population is 124 while female population is 114. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 919 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhanel village is 57.56% out of which 75.00% males and 38.60% females are literate. There are about 48 houses in dhanel village. Pincode of dhanel village locality is 176312.
When it comes to administration, Dhanel village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhanel village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to dhanel village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhanel
The population details of Dhanel cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 124 | 114 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 93 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 31 | 70 |
Connectivity of Dhanel
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanel
Where is Dhanel located?
Dhanel village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanel?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanel is Salwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhanel?
The pincode of Dhanel is 176312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanel is 238, with 124 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Dhanel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanel village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanel is 57.56%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 38.60%.