Dharmana - Ramshahr, Solan
Dharmana is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dharmana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmana is 020515. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.81 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Dharmana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmana
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmana village had a total population of 428 people, including 221 males and 207 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.46%, with male literacy at 96.45% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 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 | 428 | 221 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 190 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 31 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmana
Dharmana 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 Dharmana
Dharmana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dharmana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharmana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharmana
Where is Dharmana located?
Dharmana village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmana?
Dharmana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharmana?
The pincode of Dharmana is 174102.
What is the population of Dharmana?
Dharmana had a total population of 428, including 221 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Dharmana?
Dharmana had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmana was 83.46%. Male literacy was 96.45% and female literacy was 69.57%.