Dhandon

Dhandon is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 57km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Dhandon village. As per 2009 stats, Syri is the gram panchayat of Dhandon village.

Here you can discover what makes Dhandon unique in its vibrant Kandaghat-Solan region. You’ll see Dhandon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dhandon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandon is 022282. The village spans a total geographical area of 15.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173222. Jutogh is nearest town to Dhandon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dhandon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhandon

According to the 2011 Census, Dhandon has a total population of about 39, with approximately 21 males and 18 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.18%, with male literacy at about 95.24% and female literacy near 77.78%. There are around 8 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 39 21 18
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5 1 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 34 20 14
Illiterate Population 5 1 4

Connectivity of Dhandon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandon. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhandon

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandon

Where is Dhandon located?
Dhandon village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandon is Syri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhandon?
The pincode of Dhandon is 173222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhandon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandon is 39, with 21 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Dhandon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhandon village has a total of 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandon is 87.18%. The male literacy rate is 95.24%, while the female literacy rate is 77.78%.