Dharnda - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Dharnda is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khilra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharnda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharnda is 014227. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.47 hectares and falls under the 175002 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Dharnda 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 Dharnda
As per Census 2011, Dharnda village has a total population of 2,102 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 1,061 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,576 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharnda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,102 | 1,041 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 114 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,137 | 570 | 567 |
| Literate Population | 1,576 | 833 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 208 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Dharnda
Dharnda 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 Dharnda
Dharnda 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 Dharnda is about 30 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 Dharnda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharnda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharnda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharnda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharnda
Where is Dharnda located?
Dharnda village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharnda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharnda is Khilra.
What is the pincode of Dharnda?
The pincode of Dharnda is 175002.
What is the population of Dharnda?
Dharnda has a total population of 2,102, including 1,041 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Dharnda?
There are 462 households in Dharnda.
What is the literacy rate in Dharnda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharnda is 74.98%. Male literacy is 80.02% and female literacy is 70.03%.