Dhenda

Dhenda is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhenda village. As per 2009 stats, Chaily is the gram panchayat of Dhenda village.

Dhenda 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 Dhenda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhenda is 024563. The village spans a total geographical area of 47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171008. Shimla is nearest town to Dhenda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhenda

Below is a concise population overview of Dhenda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,267 652 615
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 44 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 119 56 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,154 598 556
Illiterate Population 113 54 59

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhenda village:

  • The total population of Dhenda village is around 1,267, including approximately 652 males and 615 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Dhenda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhenda village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhenda village is about 91.08%, with male literacy at 91.72% and female literacy at 90.41%.
  • There are around 296 households in Dhenda village.

Connectivity of Dhenda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhenda. As per the 2011 stats, Dhenda 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhenda

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

Up Muhal Kyari Up Muhal Sankat Mochan Bihar Up Muhal Bhagwati Nagar Chanari Fatechi Up Muhal Hiranagar Neri Rehai Kair Chahli Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhenda

Where is Dhenda located?
Dhenda village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhenda is Chaily (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhenda?
The pincode of Dhenda is 171008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhenda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhenda is 1,267, with 652 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Dhenda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhenda village has a total of 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhenda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhenda is 91.08%. The male literacy rate is 91.72%, while the female literacy rate is 90.41%.