Dhandera - Chadiyar, Kangra
Dhandera is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Dharmsala. Darug serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhandera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandera is 011956. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.31 hectares and falls under the 176076 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Dhandera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhandera
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandera village had a total population of 451 people, including 230 males and 221 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 95.50% and female literacy at 77.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 443.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 191 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 39 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandera
Dhandera 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 Dhandera
Dhandera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dhandera is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhandera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhandera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhandera
Where is Dhandera located?
Dhandera village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhandera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandera is Darug.
What is the pincode of Dhandera?
The pincode of Dhandera is 176076.
What is the population of Dhandera?
Dhandera had a total population of 451, including 230 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Dhandera?
Dhandera had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandera was 86.84%. Male literacy was 95.50% and female literacy was 77.95%.