Dhandhar
Dhandhar is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Tandar is the gram panchayat of Dhandhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhandhar unique in its vibrant Chenani-Udhampur region. You’ll see Dhandhar’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 Dhandhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandhar is 005004. The village spans a total geographical area of 1378 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182141. Chenani is nearest town to Dhandhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Dhandhar
Population of Dhandhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandhar has a total population of about 2,604, with approximately 1,325 males and 1,279 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 433 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 644 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.15%, with male literacy at about 62.19% and female literacy near 39.72%. There are around 447 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,604 | 1,325 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 207 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 325 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 13 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,332 | 824 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 501 | 771 |
Connectivity of Dhandhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandhar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandhar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandhar
- Where is Dhandhar located?
- Dhandhar village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhandhar is Tandar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhandhar?
- The pincode of Dhandhar is 182141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandhar is 2,604, with 1,325 males and 1,279 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandhar village has a total of 447 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandhar is 51.15%. The male literacy rate is 62.19%, while the female literacy rate is 39.72%.