Dhunana

Dhunana is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 140km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Dhunana village. As per 2009 stats, Bhamphar is the gram panchayat of Dhunana village.

Here you can discover what makes Dhunana unique in its vibrant Chirgaon-Shimla region. You’ll see Dhunana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dhunana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhunana is 026568. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171208. Rohru is nearest town to Dhunana village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dhunana 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 Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Dhunana

According to the 2011 Census, Dhunana has a total population of about 127, with approximately 63 males and 64 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.38%, with male literacy at about 88.89% and female literacy near 64.06%. There are around 25 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhunana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 127 63 64
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4 2 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 97 56 41
Illiterate Population 30 7 23

Connectivity of Dhunana

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhunana

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhunana

Where is Dhunana located?
Dhunana village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhunana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhunana is Bhamphar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhunana?
The pincode of Dhunana is 171208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhunana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhunana is 127, with 63 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Dhunana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhunana village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhunana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhunana is 76.38%. The male literacy rate is 88.89%, while the female literacy rate is 64.06%.