Dhantol - Indora, Kangra
Dhantol is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Indpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhantol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhantol is 008724. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.06 hectares and falls under the 176401 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Dhantol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhantol
According to the 2011 Census, Dhantol village had a total population of 358 people, including 190 males and 168 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.50%, with male literacy at 79.52% and female literacy at 81.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 358 | 190 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 132 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 58 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Dhantol
Dhantol 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 Dhantol
Dhantol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Dhantol is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhantol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhantol 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 Dhantol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhantol 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 Dhantol
Where is Dhantol located?
Dhantol village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhantol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhantol is Indpur.
What is the pincode of Dhantol?
The pincode of Dhantol is 176401.
What is the population of Dhantol?
Dhantol had a total population of 358, including 190 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Dhantol?
Dhantol had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhantol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhantol was 80.50%. Male literacy was 79.52% and female literacy was 81.58%.