Dheun - Rewalsar, Mandi
Dheun is a village situated in the Rewalsar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Mandi. Samlaun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheun is 014572. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 175023 pincode. Rawalsar is the nearest town.
Dheun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dheun
According to the 2011 Census, Dheun village had a total population of 405 people, including 206 males and 199 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.04%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 71.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
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 | 405 | 206 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 139 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 160 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 46 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Dheun
Dheun 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 Dheun
Dheun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Dheun is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dheun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dheun
Where is Dheun located?
Dheun village is located in Rewalsar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dheun?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheun is Samlaun.
What is the pincode of Dheun?
The pincode of Dheun is 175023.
What is the population of Dheun?
Dheun had a total population of 405, including 206 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Dheun?
Dheun had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheun was 83.04%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 71.69%.