Dhaunta Village Overview
Dhaunta is a village in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It lies about 85 km from Dharmsala district headquarters. Dera Gopipur is the tehsil headquarters. As per available records (2009), Dhaunta village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Dhaunta village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaunta is 010239. The village covers a geographical area of 226.38 hectares and has a pincode of 177103. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Location Map of Dhaunta
Population & Demographics of Dhaunta
This section provides population and demographic details of Dhaunta village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 336 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 119 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 512 | 277 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 59 | 93 |
Key population details of Dhaunta village are given below:
- Dhaunta village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 664, including approximately 336 males and 328 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 223 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Dhaunta village is high, with a literacy rate of about 77.11%.
- There are around 160 households in Dhaunta village.
Transport & Connectivity of Dhaunta
Transport facilities help residents of Dhaunta village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhaunta
The following villages are located close to Dhaunta and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhaunta
- Where is Dhaunta located?
- Dhaunta village is located in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhaunta?
- Dhaunta is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Dhaunta?
- The pincode of Dhaunta is 177103.
- What is the population of Dhaunta?
- Dhaunta has a total population of 664, including 336 males and 328 females.
- How many households are there in Dhaunta?
- There are 160 households in Dhaunta.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhaunta?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaunta is 77.11%. Male literacy is 82.44% and female literacy is 71.65%.