Dhon
About Dhon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhon village is 023220. Dhon village is located in Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from Nahan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhon village. As per 2009 stats, Rama Dhaun is the gram panchayat of Dhon village.
The total geographical area of village is 150 hectares. Dhon has a total population of 865 peoples, out of which male population is 459 while female population is 406. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 884 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhon village is 70.87% out of which 78.65% males and 62.07% females are literate. There are about 197 houses in dhon village. Pincode of dhon village locality is 173001.
When it comes to administration, Dhon 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, Dhon village comes under Nahan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to dhon village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhon
The population details of Dhon 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 | 865 | 459 | 406 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 354 | 192 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 613 | 361 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 98 | 154 |
Connectivity of Dhon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhon
Where is Dhon located?
Dhon village is situated in Nahan Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhon is Rama Dhaun (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhon?
The pincode of Dhon is 173001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhon is 865, with 459 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Dhon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhon village has a total of 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhon is 70.87%. The male literacy rate is 78.65%, while the female literacy rate is 62.07%.