Dhanara - Rey, Kangra
Dhanara is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Dharmsala. Samlet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanara is 008811. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.64 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Dhanara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanara
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanara village had a total population of 119 people, including 62 males and 57 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.26%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 78.26%.
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 | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanara
Dhanara 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 Dhanara
Dhanara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Dhanara is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanara
Where is Dhanara located?
Dhanara village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanara is Samlet.
What is the pincode of Dhanara?
The pincode of Dhanara is 176058.
What is the population of Dhanara?
Dhanara had a total population of 119, including 62 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Dhanara?
Dhanara had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanara was 85.26%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 78.26%.