Dhound Village - Bhander, Datia
Dhound is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Ghoud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhound village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhound is 454856. The village covers a total geographical area of 668.59 hectares and falls under the 475336 pincode. Bhander is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhound village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhound
As per Census 2011, Dhound village has a total population of 1,409 people, consisting of 768 males and 641 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 926 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhound are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,409 | 768 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 97 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 203 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 583 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 185 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Dhound
Dhound is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadura | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Padri Kalan | North | 2.12 km |
| Telgaon | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Tor | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Salon Bhitari | South | 2.96 km |
| Dalpatpura | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Sohan | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Pura Daboh | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Chandani | East | 3.84 km |
| Rakhra | North | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhound
Dhound is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhander to Dhound is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Dhound is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhound
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhound village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhound
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhound village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhound
Where is Dhound located?
Dhound village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhound?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhound is Ghoud.
What is the pincode of Dhound?
The pincode of Dhound is 475336.
What is the population of Dhound?
Dhound has a total population of 1,409, including 768 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Dhound?
There are 267 households in Dhound.
What is the literacy rate in Dhound?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhound is 65.72%. Male literacy is 75.91% and female literacy is 53.51%.