Dharana
Dharana is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Mendhar. Mendhar is the sub-district headquarter of Dharana village. As per 2009 stats, Dharana Upper is the gram panchayat of Dharana village.
Here you can discover what makes Dharana unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Dharana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharana is 001206. The village spans a total geographical area of 910 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Dharana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Dharana
Population of Dharana
According to the 2011 Census, Dharana has a total population of about 4,133, with approximately 1,989 males and 2,144 females. The sex ratio is around 1077 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 796 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,245. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.90%, with male literacy at about 69.03% and female literacy near 53.36%. There are around 790 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,133 | 1,989 | 2,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 420 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,245 | 1,079 | 1,166 |
| Literate Population | 2,517 | 1,373 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,616 | 616 | 1,000 |
Connectivity of Dharana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharana. As per the 2011 stats, Dharana 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 Dharana
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharana
- Where is Dharana located?
- Dharana village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dharana is Dharana Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dharana?
- The pincode of Dharana is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharana is 4,133, with 1,989 males and 2,144 females.
- How many households are there in Dharana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharana village has a total of 790 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharana is 60.90%. The male literacy rate is 69.03%, while the female literacy rate is 53.36%.