Dahd - Majheen, Kangra
Dahd is a village situated in the Majheen tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Deharu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahd is 011041. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.71 hectares and falls under the 176092 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Dahd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahd
According to the 2011 Census, Dahd village had a total population of 55 people, including 21 males and 34 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,619 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.27%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 71.43%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Dahd
Dahd 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 Dahd
Public transport in the Dahd is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Dahd is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dahd
Where is Dahd located?
Dahd village is located in Majheen Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahd?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahd is Deharu.
What is the pincode of Dahd?
The pincode of Dahd is 176092.
What is the population of Dahd?
Dahd had a total population of 55, including 21 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Dahd?
Dahd had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahd was 77.27%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 71.43%.