Dhang
Dhang is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 53km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Dhang village. As per 2009 stats, Dhanag is the gram panchayat of Dhang village.
Dhang 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 Dhang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhang is 011947. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176115. Palampur is nearest town to Dhang village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhang
Below is a concise population overview of Dhang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,931 | 890 | 1,041 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 110 | 91 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,129 | 528 | 601 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 187 | 253 |
Literate Population | 1,504 | 735 | 769 |
Illiterate Population | 427 | 155 | 272 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhang village:
- The total population of Dhang village is around 1,931, including approximately 890 males and 1,041 females, with a sex ratio of 1169 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Dhang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhang village has 1,129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 440 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhang village is about 77.89%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 73.87%.
- There are around 484 households in Dhang village.
Connectivity of Dhang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhang. As per the 2011 stats, Dhang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhang
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhang
- Where is Dhang located?
- Dhang village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhang?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhang is Dhanag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhang?
- The pincode of Dhang is 176115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhang is 1,931, with 890 males and 1,041 females.
- How many households are there in Dhang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhang village has a total of 484 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhang is 77.89%. The male literacy rate is 82.58%, while the female literacy rate is 73.87%.