Dhanot
About Dhanot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhanot village is 010507. Dhanot village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 242.63 hectares. Dhanot has a total population of 1,185 peoples, out of which male population is 544 while female population is 641. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1178 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhanot village is 80.17% out of which 85.48% males and 75.66% females are literate. There are about 288 houses in dhanot village. Pincode of dhanot village locality is 176036.
When it comes to administration, Dhanot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhanot village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to dhanot village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhanot
The population details of Dhanot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,185 | 544 | 641 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 190 | 93 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 950 | 465 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 79 | 156 |
Connectivity of Dhanot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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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%.