Dhanwan
About Dhanwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhanwan village is 017842. Dhanwan village is located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Dhanwan village. As per 2009 stats, Dhanwan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 73.12 hectares. Dhanwan has a total population of 408 peoples, out of which male population is 191 while female population is 217. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1136 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhanwan village is 76.96% out of which 82.72% males and 71.89% females are literate. There are about 98 houses in dhanwan village. Pincode of dhanwan village locality is 177501.
When it comes to administration, Dhanwan 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, Dhanwan village comes under Bhoranj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Hamirpur is nearest town to dhanwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhanwan
The population details of Dhanwan 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 | 408 | 191 | 217 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 131 | 59 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 314 | 158 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 33 | 61 |
Connectivity of Dhanwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanwan
Where is Dhanwan located?
Dhanwan village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanwan?
Dhanwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhanwan?
The pincode of Dhanwan is 177501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanwan is 408, with 191 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanwan village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanwan is 76.96%. The male literacy rate is 82.72%, while the female literacy rate is 71.89%.