Dharunja
Dharunja is a village located in Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 140km away from district headquarter Nankhari. Nankhari is the sub-district headquarter of Dharunja village. As per 2009 stats, Khamadi is the gram panchayat of Dharunja village.
Dharunja 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 Dharunja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharunja is 023746. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172001. Rampur is nearest town to Dharunja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Dharunja
Below is a concise population overview of Dharunja 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 | 438 | 227 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 227 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 276 | 168 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 59 | 103 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dharunja village:
- The total population of Dharunja village is around 438, including approximately 227 males and 211 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Dharunja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dharunja village has 438 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dharunja village is about 63.01%, with male literacy at 74.01% and female literacy at 51.18%.
- There are around 96 households in Dharunja village.
Connectivity of Dharunja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharunja. As per the 2011 stats, Dharunja 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 Dharunja
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharunja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharunja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharunja
- Where is Dharunja located?
- Dharunja village is situated in Nankhari Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharunja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dharunja is Khamadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dharunja?
- The pincode of Dharunja is 172001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharunja is 438, with 227 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Dharunja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharunja village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharunja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharunja is 63.01%. The male literacy rate is 74.01%, while the female literacy rate is 51.18%.