Dharoon - Sihunta, Chamba
Dharoon is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhroon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharoon is 007635. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Dharoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharoon
According to the 2011 Census, Dharoon village had a total population of 259 people, including 121 males and 138 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.57%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 259 | 121 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 39 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Dharoon
Dharoon 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 Dharoon
Public transport in the Dharoon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dharoon is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharoon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharoon
Where is Dharoon located?
Dharoon village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharoon is Dhroon.
What is the pincode of Dharoon?
The pincode of Dharoon is 176207.
What is the population of Dharoon?
Dharoon had a total population of 259, including 121 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Dharoon?
Dharoon had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharoon was 67.57%. Male literacy was 77.36% and female literacy was 58.62%.