Dhana
About Dhana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhana village is 025220. Dhana village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Dhana village. As per 2009 stats, Kyar is the gram panchayat of Dhana village.
The total geographical area of village is 263.73 hectares. Dhana has a total population of 942 peoples, out of which male population is 472 while female population is 470. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 995 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhana village is 73.78% out of which 79.03% males and 68.51% females are literate. There are about 178 houses in dhana village. Pincode of dhana village locality is 171209.
When it comes to administration, Dhana 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, Dhana village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to dhana village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhana
The population details of Dhana 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 | 942 | 472 | 470 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 278 | 126 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 695 | 373 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 99 | 148 |
Connectivity of Dhana
| 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 Dhana
Where is Dhana located?
Dhana village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhana is Kyar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhana?
The pincode of Dhana is 171209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhana is 942, with 472 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhana village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhana is 73.78%. The male literacy rate is 79.03%, while the female literacy rate is 68.51%.