Dhavalu Village Overview
Dhavalu is a village in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It lies about 50 km from Dharmsala district headquarters. Dera Gopipur is the tehsil headquarters. As per available records (2009), Kherian is the Gram Panchayat for Dhavalu village.
The sections below provide essential information about Dhavalu 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 Dhavalu is 010320. The village covers a geographical area of 29.22 hectares and has a pincode of 176028. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Location Map of Dhavalu
Population & Demographics of Dhavalu
This section provides population and demographic details of Dhavalu village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Key population details of Dhavalu village are given below:
- Dhavalu village is a very small village with a total population of around 45, including approximately 21 males and 24 females, with a sex ratio of 1142 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- The literacy level of Dhavalu village is good, with a literacy rate of about 71.11%.
- There are around 10 households in Dhavalu village.
Transport & Connectivity of Dhavalu
Transport facilities help residents of Dhavalu 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhavalu
The following villages are located close to Dhavalu 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 Dhavalu
- Where is Dhavalu located?
- Dhavalu village is located in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhavalu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhavalu is Kherian (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Dhavalu?
- The pincode of Dhavalu is 176028.
- What is the population of Dhavalu?
- Dhavalu has a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
- How many households are there in Dhavalu?
- There are 10 households in Dhavalu.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhavalu?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhavalu is 71.11%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 70.83%.