Dhankhar (149/1) - Spiti, Lahaul And Spiti
Dhankhar (149/1) is a village situated in the Spiti tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 220 km from Kyelang. Dhankhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhankhar (149/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhankhar (149/1) is 012593. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.1 hectares and falls under the 172114 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Dhankhar (149/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhankhar (149/1)
As per Census 2011, Dhankhar (149/1) village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 152 males and 149 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhankhar (149/1) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 152 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 14 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 142 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 117 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 35 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Dhankhar (149/1)
Dhankhar (149/1) 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 Dhankhar (149/1)
Public transport in the Dhankhar (149/1) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Dhankhar (149/1) is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhankhar (149/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhankhar (149/1) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhankhar (149/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhankhar (149/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhankhar (149/1)
Where is Dhankhar (149/1) located?
Dhankhar (149/1) village is located in Spiti Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhankhar (149/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhankhar (149/1) is Dhankhar.
What is the pincode of Dhankhar (149/1)?
The pincode of Dhankhar (149/1) is 172114.
What is the population of Dhankhar (149/1)?
Dhankhar (149/1) has a total population of 301, including 152 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dhankhar (149/1)?
There are 68 households in Dhankhar (149/1).
What is the literacy rate in Dhankhar (149/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhankhar (149/1) is 66.11%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 55.03%.