Dhanoti - Tikar, Shimla
Dhanoti is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Hanstari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanoti is 026370. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Dhanoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanoti
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanoti village had a total population of 201 people, including 106 males and 95 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.25%, with male literacy at 91.00% and female literacy at 74.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 91 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanoti
Dhanoti 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 Dhanoti
Dhanoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dhanoti is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanoti
Where is Dhanoti located?
Dhanoti village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanoti is Hanstari.
What is the pincode of Dhanoti?
The pincode of Dhanoti is 171203.
What is the population of Dhanoti?
Dhanoti had a total population of 201, including 106 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Dhanoti?
Dhanoti had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanoti was 83.25%. Male literacy was 91.00% and female literacy was 74.73%.