Dudhana - Kunihar, Solan
Dudhana is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Solan. Balera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhana is 020121. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dudhana 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 Dudhana
As per Census 2011, Dudhana village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 34 males and 33 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhana
Dudhana 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 Dudhana
Public transport in the Dudhana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Dudhana is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dudhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudhana
Where is Dudhana located?
Dudhana village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhana is Balera.
What is the pincode of Dudhana?
The pincode of Dudhana is 173207.
What is the population of Dudhana?
Dudhana has a total population of 67, including 34 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Dudhana?
There are 11 households in Dudhana.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhana is 61.19%. Male literacy is 67.65% and female literacy is 54.55%.