Dhaina - Arki, Solan
Dhaina is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Shehrol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaina is 020170. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dhaina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaina
As per Census 2011, Dhaina village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 58 males and 62 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 3 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaina
Dhaina 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 Dhaina
Dhaina 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Dhaina is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhaina
Where is Dhaina located?
Dhaina village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaina?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaina is Shehrol.
What is the pincode of Dhaina?
The pincode of Dhaina is 173221.
What is the population of Dhaina?
Dhaina has a total population of 120, including 58 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Dhaina?
There are 26 households in Dhaina.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaina is 84.17%. Male literacy is 84.48% and female literacy is 83.87%.