Dhana
About Dhana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhana village is 020906. Dhana village is located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 106km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Dhana village. As per 2009 stats, Dhang Nichli is the gram panchayat of Dhana village.
The total geographical area of village is 71.32 hectares. Dhana has a total population of 619 peoples, out of which male population is 308 while female population is 311. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhana village is 61.87% out of which 70.78% males and 53.05% females are literate. There are about 116 houses in dhana village. Pincode of dhana village locality is 174101.
When it comes to administration, Dhana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhana village comes under Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nalagarh is nearest town to dhana village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhana
The population details of Dhana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 308 | 311 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 84 | 49 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 605 | 299 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 218 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 90 | 146 |
Connectivity of Dhana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhana
Where is Dhana located?
Dhana village is situated in Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhana is Dhang Nichli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhana?
The pincode of Dhana is 174101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhana is 619, with 308 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhana village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhana is 61.87%. The male literacy rate is 70.78%, while the female literacy rate is 53.05%.