Dhab - Krishangarh, Solan
Dhab is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Darwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhab is 021385. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Dhab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhab
According to the 2011 Census, Dhab village had a total population of 25 people, including 12 males and 13 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 69.23%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Dhab
Dhab 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 Dhab
Dhab is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dhab is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhab 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhab 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhab
Where is Dhab located?
Dhab village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhab?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhab is Darwa.
What is the pincode of Dhab?
The pincode of Dhab is 173236.
What is the population of Dhab?
Dhab had a total population of 25, including 12 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Dhab?
Dhab had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhab was 79.17%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 69.23%.