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.
Here you can discover what makes Dhang unique in its vibrant Baijnath-Kangra region. You’ll see Dhang’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 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.
Google Map of Dhang
Population of Dhang
According to the 2011 Census, Dhang has a total population of about 1,931, with approximately 890 males and 1,041 females. The sex ratio is around 1169 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 440. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.89%, with male literacy at about 82.58% and female literacy near 73.87%. There are around 484 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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%.