Dhan

Dhan is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 44km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Dhan village. As per 2009 stats, Dan is the gram panchayat of Dhan village.

Dhan 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 Dhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhan is 009159. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176023. Nurpur is nearest town to Dhan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhan

Below is a concise population overview of Dhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,878 941 937
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 203 119 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 494 259 235
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,468 766 702
Illiterate Population 410 175 235

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhan village:

  • The total population of Dhan village is around 1,878, including approximately 941 males and 937 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Dhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhan village has 494 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhan village is about 78.17%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 74.92%.
  • There are around 399 households in Dhan village.

Connectivity of Dhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhan

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhan.

Papahn Chalwara Khas Kardial Pharian Thangar Patan Makrahan Basantpur Jawali Khas Sanehr Har

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhan

Where is Dhan located?
Dhan village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhan is Dan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhan?
The pincode of Dhan is 176023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhan is 1,878, with 941 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Dhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhan village has a total of 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhan is 78.17%. The male literacy rate is 81.40%, while the female literacy rate is 74.92%.