Dhon - Nahan, Sirmaur
Dhon is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Rama Dhaun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhon is 023220. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Dhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhon
As per Census 2011, Dhon village has a total population of 865 people, consisting of 459 males and 406 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 613 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 | 459 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 192 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 361 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 98 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Dhon
Dhon 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 Dhon
Dhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Dhon is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhon
Where is Dhon located?
Dhon village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhon is Rama Dhaun.
What is the pincode of Dhon?
The pincode of Dhon is 173001.
What is the population of Dhon?
Dhon has a total population of 865, including 459 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Dhon?
There are 197 households in Dhon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhon is 70.87%. Male literacy is 78.65% and female literacy is 62.07%.