Dhauni - Ramshahr, Solan
Dhauni is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ramshehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhauni is 020621. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.11 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Dhauni 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 Dhauni
According to the 2011 Census, Dhauni village had a total population of 135 people, including 74 males and 61 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.31%, with male literacy at 89.71% and female literacy at 69.49%.
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 | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 61 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Dhauni
Dhauni 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 Dhauni
Dhauni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dhauni is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhauni
Where is Dhauni located?
Dhauni village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhauni is Ramshehar.
What is the pincode of Dhauni?
The pincode of Dhauni is 174102.
What is the population of Dhauni?
Dhauni had a total population of 135, including 74 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Dhauni?
Dhauni had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhauni was 80.31%. Male literacy was 89.71% and female literacy was 69.49%.