Dharwal

Dharwal is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 90km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Dharwal village. As per 2009 stats, Chaloh is the gram panchayat of Dharwal village.

Dharwal 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 Dharwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharwal is 008407. The village spans a total geographical area of 281.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176204. Nurpur is nearest town to Dharwal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dharwal 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 Indora 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.

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Population of Dharwal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 131 65 66
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 11 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7 3 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 35 20 15
Literate Population 95 49 46
Illiterate Population 36 16 20

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

  • The total population of Dharwal village is around 131, including approximately 65 males and 66 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Dharwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dharwal village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dharwal village is about 72.52%, with male literacy at 75.38% and female literacy at 69.70%.
  • There are around 27 households in Dharwal village.

Connectivity of Dharwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharwal. As per the 2011 stats, Dharwal 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dharwal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dharwal

Where is Dharwal located?
Dharwal village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharwal is Chaloh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dharwal?
The pincode of Dharwal is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dharwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharwal is 131, with 65 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Dharwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dharwal village has a total of 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharwal is 72.52%. The male literacy rate is 75.38%, while the female literacy rate is 69.70%.