D.P.F. Dhawal - Dehar, Mandi
D.P.F. Dhawal is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Mandi. Dhwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Dhawal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Dhawal is 014291. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.14 hectares and falls under the 175017 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
D.P.F. Dhawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of D.P.F. Dhawal
As per Census 2011, D.P.F. Dhawal village has a total population of 1,402 people, consisting of 711 males and 691 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 899 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 921 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for D.P.F. Dhawal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,402 | 711 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 459 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 507 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 204 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F. Dhawal
D.P.F. Dhawal 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 D.P.F. Dhawal
D.P.F. Dhawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Mandi to D.P.F. Dhawal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F. Dhawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F. Dhawal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in D.P.F. Dhawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D.P.F. Dhawal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about D.P.F. Dhawal
Where is D.P.F. Dhawal located?
D.P.F. Dhawal village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F. Dhawal?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Dhawal is Dhwal.
What is the pincode of D.P.F. Dhawal?
The pincode of D.P.F. Dhawal is 175017.
What is the population of D.P.F. Dhawal?
D.P.F. Dhawal has a total population of 1,402, including 711 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Dhawal?
There are 291 households in D.P.F. Dhawal.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Dhawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Dhawal is 64.12%. Male literacy is 71.31% and female literacy is 56.73%.