Dharan
Dharan is a village located in Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 148km away from district headquarter Nankhari. Nankhari is the sub-district headquarter of Dharan village. As per 2009 stats, Karangla is the gram panchayat of Dharan village.
Dharan has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Dharan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharan is 023719. The village spans a total geographical area of 366 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172021. Rampur is nearest town to Dharan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dharan
Below is a concise population overview of Dharan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 783 | 403 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 292 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 111 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dharan village:
- The total population of Dharan village is around 783, including approximately 403 males and 380 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Dharan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dharan village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dharan village is about 66.03%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 59.21%.
- There are around 179 households in Dharan village.
Connectivity of Dharan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharan. As per the 2011 stats, Dharan 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 Dharan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharan
- Where is Dharan located?
- Dharan village is situated in Nankhari Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dharan is Karangla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dharan?
- The pincode of Dharan is 172021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharan is 783, with 403 males and 380 females.
- How many households are there in Dharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharan village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharan is 66.03%. The male literacy rate is 72.46%, while the female literacy rate is 59.21%.