Dhanout
About Dhanout
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhanout village is 025593. Dhanout village is located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 121km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Dhanout village. As per 2009 stats, Chanju Chopal is the gram panchayat of Dhanout village.
The total geographical area of village is 126.27 hectares. Dhanout has a total population of 176 peoples, out of which male population is 89 while female population is 87. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 977 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhanout village is 65.91% out of which 75.28% males and 56.32% females are literate. There are about 35 houses in dhanout village. Pincode of dhanout village locality is 171210.
When it comes to administration, Dhanout village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhanout village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to dhanout village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhanout
The population details of Dhanout cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 116 | 67 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Connectivity of Dhanout
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanout
Where is Dhanout located?
Dhanout village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanout?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanout is Chanju Chopal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhanout?
The pincode of Dhanout is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanout as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanout is 176, with 89 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Dhanout as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanout village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanout as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanout is 65.91%. The male literacy rate is 75.28%, while the female literacy rate is 56.32%.