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)
According to the 2011 Census, Dhankhar (149/1) village had a total population of 301 people, including 152 males and 149 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.43%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 68.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
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 | 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) had a total population of 301, including 152 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dhankhar (149/1)?
Dhankhar (149/1) had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhankhar (149/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhankhar (149/1) was 77.43%. Male literacy was 84.78% and female literacy was 68.91%.