Dharanda

Dharanda is a village located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Dharanda village. As per 2009 stats, Khilra Snr is the gram panchayat of Dharanda village.

Dharanda has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dharanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharanda is 014227. The village spans a total geographical area of 216.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174401. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Dharanda village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dharanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dharanda

Below is a concise population overview of Dharanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,102 1,041 1,061
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 229 114 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,137 570 567
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,576 833 743
Illiterate Population 526 208 318

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dharanda village:

  • The total population of Dharanda village is around 2,102, including approximately 1,041 males and 1,061 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 229 children aged 0–6 years in Dharanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dharanda village has 1,137 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dharanda village is about 74.98%, with male literacy at 80.02% and female literacy at 70.03%.
  • There are around 462 households in Dharanda village.

Connectivity of Dharanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharanda. As per the 2011 stats, Dharanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dharanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Dharanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharanda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dharanda

Where is Dharanda located?
Dharanda village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharanda is Khilra Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dharanda?
The pincode of Dharanda is 174401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dharanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharanda is 2,102, with 1,041 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Dharanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dharanda village has a total of 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharanda is 74.98%. The male literacy rate is 80.02%, while the female literacy rate is 70.03%.