Dhanot
Dhanot is a village located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Dhanot village. As per 2009 stats, Dhanot village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhanot has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhanot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanot is 010507. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176036. Nadaun is nearest town to Dhanot village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dhanot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhanot
Population of Dhanot
Below is a concise population overview of Dhanot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,185 | 544 | 641 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 93 | 97 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 950 | 465 | 485 |
Illiterate Population | 235 | 79 | 156 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhanot village:
- The total population of Dhanot village is around 1,185, including approximately 544 males and 641 females, with a sex ratio of 1178 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhanot village has 190 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dhanot village is about 80.17%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 75.66%.
- There are around 288 households in Dhanot village.
Connectivity of Dhanot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanot. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanot
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanot
- Where is Dhanot located?
- Dhanot village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanot?
- Dhanot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhanot?
- The pincode of Dhanot is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanot is 1,185, with 544 males and 641 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanot village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanot is 80.17%. The male literacy rate is 85.48%, while the female literacy rate is 75.66%.