Dum Ka Dhank

Dum Ka Dhank is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dum Ka Dhank village. As per 2009 stats, Patgehar is the gram panchayat of Dum Ka Dhank village.

Here you can discover what makes Dum Ka Dhank unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Dum Ka Dhank’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 Dum Ka Dhank

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dum Ka Dhank is 024797. The village spans a total geographical area of 2.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171012. Shimla is nearest town to Dum Ka Dhank village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dum Ka Dhank village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dum Ka Dhank

According to the 2011 Census, Dum Ka Dhank has a total population of about 21, with approximately 10 males and 11 females. The sex ratio is around 1100 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.62%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 36.36%. There are around 5 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dum Ka Dhank's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 21 10 11
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 10 6 4
Illiterate Population 11 4 7

Connectivity of Dum Ka Dhank

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dum Ka Dhank. As per the 2011 stats, Dum Ka Dhank 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dum Ka Dhank

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dum Ka Dhank

Where is Dum Ka Dhank located?
Dum Ka Dhank village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dum Ka Dhank?
The Gram Panchayat of Dum Ka Dhank is Patgehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dum Ka Dhank?
The pincode of Dum Ka Dhank is 171012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dum Ka Dhank as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dum Ka Dhank is 21, with 10 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Dum Ka Dhank as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dum Ka Dhank village has a total of 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dum Ka Dhank as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dum Ka Dhank is 47.62%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 36.36%.