Dana Dhakran

Dana Dhakran is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Dhara is the gram panchayat of Dana Dhakran village.

Dana Dhakran has its own place in the vibrant Punch region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dana Dhakran

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dana Dhakran is 001175. The village spans a total geographical area of 148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Dana Dhakran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dana Dhakran village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Poonch Haveli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dana Dhakran

Below is a concise population overview of Dana Dhakran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 875 459 416
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 168 87 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 851 445 406
Literate Population 467 289 178
Illiterate Population 408 170 238

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dana Dhakran village:

  • The total population of Dana Dhakran village is around 875, including approximately 459 males and 416 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 168 children aged 0–6 years in Dana Dhakran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dana Dhakran village has 851 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dana Dhakran village is about 53.37%, with male literacy at 62.96% and female literacy at 42.79%.
  • There are around 129 households in Dana Dhakran village.

Connectivity of Dana Dhakran

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dana Dhakran. As per the 2011 stats, Dana Dhakran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dana Dhakran

Knowing the nearby villages of Dana Dhakran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dana Dhakran.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dana Dhakran

Where is Dana Dhakran located?
Dana Dhakran village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dana Dhakran?
The Gram Panchayat of Dana Dhakran is Dhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dana Dhakran?
The pincode of Dana Dhakran is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dana Dhakran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dana Dhakran is 875, with 459 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Dana Dhakran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dana Dhakran village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dana Dhakran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dana Dhakran is 53.37%. The male literacy rate is 62.96%, while the female literacy rate is 42.79%.