Dharamsal
Dharamsal is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Dharamsal village. As per 2009 stats, Gorda is the gram panchayat of Dharamsal village.
Here you can discover what makes Dharamsal unique in its vibrant Shahpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Dharamsal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharamsal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharamsal is 009354. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176206. Dharmsala is nearest town to Dharamsal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dharamsal 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 Shahpur 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.
Google Map of Dharamsal
Population of Dharamsal
According to the 2011 Census, Dharamsal has a total population of about 572, with approximately 267 males and 305 females. The sex ratio is around 1142 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.83%, with male literacy at about 79.78% and female literacy near 70.49%. There are around 137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharamsal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 572 | 267 | 305 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Literate Population | 428 | 213 | 215 |
Illiterate Population | 144 | 54 | 90 |
Connectivity of Dharamsal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharamsal. As per the 2011 stats, Dharamsal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharamsal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharamsal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharamsal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharamsal
- Where is Dharamsal located?
- Dharamsal village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharamsal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dharamsal is Gorda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dharamsal?
- The pincode of Dharamsal is 176206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharamsal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharamsal is 572, with 267 males and 305 females.
- How many households are there in Dharamsal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharamsal village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharamsal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharamsal is 74.83%. The male literacy rate is 79.78%, while the female literacy rate is 70.49%.