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
As per Census 2011, Dhantol village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 190 males and 168 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhantol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 190 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 358, including 190 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Dhantol?
There are 70 households in Dhantol.
What is the literacy rate in Dhantol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhantol is 71.51%. Male literacy is 69.47% and female literacy is 73.81%.