Dhandera
Dhandera is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Dhandera village. As per 2009 stats, Daroog is the gram panchayat of Dhandera village.
Dhandera has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhandera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandera is 011956. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176125. Palampur is nearest town to Dhandera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dhandera 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 Baijnath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhandera
Population of Dhandera
Below is a concise population overview of Dhandera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 230 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 225 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 343 | 191 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 39 | 69 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhandera village:
- The total population of Dhandera village is around 451, including approximately 230 males and 221 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Dhandera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhandera village has 443 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dhandera village is about 76.05%, with male literacy at 83.04% and female literacy at 68.78%.
- There are around 91 households in Dhandera village.
Connectivity of Dhandera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandera. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandera 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 Dhandera
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandera
- Where is Dhandera located?
- Dhandera village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhandera is Daroog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhandera?
- The pincode of Dhandera is 176125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandera is 451, with 230 males and 221 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandera village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandera is 76.05%. The male literacy rate is 83.04%, while the female literacy rate is 68.78%.