Dharangan - Tikken, Mandi
Dharangan is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Mandi. Barot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharangan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharangan is 013000. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.94 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Dharangan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharangan
According to the 2011 Census, Dharangan village had a total population of 245 people, including 126 males and 119 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.32%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 50.49%.
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 | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 85 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 41 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Dharangan
Dharangan 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 Dharangan
Dharangan 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 Dharangan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharangan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharangan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharangan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharangan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharangan
Where is Dharangan located?
Dharangan village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharangan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharangan is Barot.
What is the pincode of Dharangan?
The pincode of Dharangan is 175013.
What is the population of Dharangan?
Dharangan had a total population of 245, including 126 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Dharangan?
Dharangan had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharangan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharangan was 64.32%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 50.49%.