Dhanaut - Theog, Shimla
Dhanaut is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanaut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanaut is 025127. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.15 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Dhanaut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanaut
As per Census 2011, Dhanaut village has a total population of 150 people, consisting of 69 males and 81 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanaut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 150 | 69 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanaut
Dhanaut is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanaut
Dhanaut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dhanaut is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanaut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanaut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanaut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanaut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanaut
Where is Dhanaut located?
Dhanaut village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanaut?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanaut is Bharara.
What is the pincode of Dhanaut?
The pincode of Dhanaut is 171201.
What is the population of Dhanaut?
Dhanaut has a total population of 150, including 69 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Dhanaut?
There are 37 households in Dhanaut.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanaut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanaut is 71.33%. Male literacy is 81.16% and female literacy is 62.96%.