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.
Here you can discover what makes Dharunja unique in its vibrant Nankhari-Shimla region. You’ll see Dharunja’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 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.
Google Map of Dharunja
Population of Dharunja
According to the 2011 Census, Dharunja has a total population of about 438, with approximately 227 males and 211 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 438 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.01%, with male literacy at about 74.01% and female literacy near 51.18%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharunja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.