Dhanhen
About Dhanhen
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhanhen village is 024679. Dhanhen village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhanhen village. As per 2009 stats, Dhalli is the gram panchayat of Dhanhen village.
The total geographical area of village is 25.17 hectares. Dhanhen has a total population of 109 peoples, out of which male population is 56 while female population is 53. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhanhen village is 85.32% out of which 91.07% males and 79.25% females are literate. There are about 23 houses in dhanhen village. Pincode of dhanhen village locality is 171007.
When it comes to administration, Dhanhen 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, Dhanhen village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to dhanhen village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhanhen
The population details of Dhanhen 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 | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Connectivity of Dhanhen
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanhen
Where is Dhanhen located?
Dhanhen village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanhen?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanhen is Dhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhanhen?
The pincode of Dhanhen is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanhen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanhen is 109, with 56 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Dhanhen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanhen village has a total of 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanhen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanhen is 85.32%. The male literacy rate is 91.07%, while the female literacy rate is 79.25%.