Dhamasan - Nihri, Mandi
Dhamasan is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghrot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamasan is 015706. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.86 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Dhamasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamasan
As per Census 2011, Dhamasan village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 181 males and 174 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 181 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 140 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 41 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamasan
Dhamasan 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 Dhamasan
Dhamasan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Dhamasan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamasan
Where is Dhamasan located?
Dhamasan village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamasan is Ghrot.
What is the pincode of Dhamasan?
The pincode of Dhamasan is 175031.
What is the population of Dhamasan?
Dhamasan has a total population of 355, including 181 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Dhamasan?
There are 77 households in Dhamasan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamasan is 71.55%. Male literacy is 77.35% and female literacy is 65.52%.