Dharaun

Dharaun is a village located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Dharaun village. As per 2009 stats, Dari is the gram panchayat of Dharaun village.

Here you can discover what makes Dharaun unique in its vibrant Bhoranj-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Dharaun’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dharaun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharaun is 017823. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177025. Hamirpur is nearest town to Dharaun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dharaun village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhoranj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dharaun

According to the 2011 Census, Dharaun has a total population of about 340, with approximately 159 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 1138 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.59%, with male literacy at about 85.53% and female literacy near 76.24%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharaun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 340 159 181
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 18 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 47 23 24
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 274 136 138
Illiterate Population 66 23 43

Connectivity of Dharaun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharaun. As per the 2011 stats, Dharaun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Dharaun

Knowing the nearby villages of Dharaun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharaun.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dharaun

Where is Dharaun located?

Dharaun village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Dharaun?

The Gram Panchayat of Dharaun is Dari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Dharaun?

The pincode of Dharaun is 177025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Dharaun as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharaun is 340, with 159 males and 181 females.

How many households are there in Dharaun as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Dharaun village has a total of 78 households.

What is the literacy rate in Dharaun as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharaun is 80.59%. The male literacy rate is 85.53%, while the female literacy rate is 76.24%.