Dharun
About Dharun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dharun village is 009052. Dharun village is located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Dharun village. As per 2009 stats, Khoti Banda is the gram panchayat of Dharun village.
The total geographical area of village is 171.13 hectares. Dharun has a total population of 790 peoples, out of which male population is 407 while female population is 383. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 941 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dharun village is 74.30% out of which 76.66% males and 71.80% females are literate. There are about 161 houses in dharun village. Pincode of dharun village locality is 176205.
When it comes to administration, Dharun 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, Dharun village comes under Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to dharun village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dharun
The population details of Dharun 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 | 790 | 407 | 383 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 95 | 65 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 286 | 154 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 312 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 95 | 108 |
Connectivity of Dharun
| 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 Dharun
Where is Dharun located?
Dharun village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharun?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharun is Khoti Banda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dharun?
The pincode of Dharun is 176205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharun is 790, with 407 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Dharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dharun village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharun is 74.30%. The male literacy rate is 76.66%, while the female literacy rate is 71.80%.