Dadhona - Bhawarna, Kangra
Dadhona is a village situated in the Bhawarna tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Dharmsala. Samba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadhona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadhona is 011705. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.31 hectares and falls under the 176093 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Dadhona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadhona
As per Census 2011, Dadhona village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 52 males and 61 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadhona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 14 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dadhona
Dadhona is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dadhona
Dadhona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Dadhona is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadhona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadhona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dadhona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadhona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadhona
Where is Dadhona located?
Dadhona village is located in Bhawarna Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadhona?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadhona is Samba.
What is the pincode of Dadhona?
The pincode of Dadhona is 176093.
What is the population of Dadhona?
Dadhona has a total population of 113, including 52 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Dadhona?
There are 32 households in Dadhona.
What is the literacy rate in Dadhona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadhona is 76.11%. Male literacy is 73.08% and female literacy is 78.69%.