Dhelon-Barahan - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Dhelon-Barahan is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bani Bakholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhelon-Barahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhelon-Barahan is 022728. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Dhelon-Barahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhelon-Barahan
As per Census 2011, Dhelon-Barahan village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 195 males and 182 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhelon-Barahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 195 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 61 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 153 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 42 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Dhelon-Barahan
Dhelon-Barahan 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 Dhelon-Barahan
Dhelon-Barahan 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Dhelon-Barahan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhelon-Barahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhelon-Barahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhelon-Barahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhelon-Barahan 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 Dhelon-Barahan
Where is Dhelon-Barahan located?
Dhelon-Barahan village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhelon-Barahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhelon-Barahan is Bani Bakholi.
What is the pincode of Dhelon-Barahan?
The pincode of Dhelon-Barahan is 173024.
What is the population of Dhelon-Barahan?
Dhelon-Barahan has a total population of 377, including 195 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Dhelon-Barahan?
There are 69 households in Dhelon-Barahan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhelon-Barahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhelon-Barahan is 71.88%. Male literacy is 78.46% and female literacy is 64.84%.