Dhoonher - Ramshahr, Solan
Dhoonher is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ramshehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhoonher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoonher is 020639. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.59 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Dhoonher 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 Dhoonher
As per Census 2011, Dhoonher village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 174 males and 159 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhoonher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 174 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 134 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoonher
Dhoonher 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 Dhoonher
Dhoonher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dhoonher 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 Dhoonher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoonher 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 Dhoonher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoonher 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 Dhoonher
Where is Dhoonher located?
Dhoonher village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhoonher?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhoonher is Ramshehar.
What is the pincode of Dhoonher?
The pincode of Dhoonher is 174102.
What is the population of Dhoonher?
Dhoonher has a total population of 333, including 174 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Dhoonher?
There are 70 households in Dhoonher.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoonher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoonher is 69.37%. Male literacy is 77.01% and female literacy is 61.01%.