Dhand
Dhand is a village located in Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Karera (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Dand is the gram panchayat of Dhand village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhand unique in its vibrant Karera-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Dhand’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 Dhand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhand is 455687. The village spans a total geographical area of 1169.16 hectares. Karera is nearest town to Dhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Dhand
Population of Dhand
According to the 2011 Census, Dhand has a total population of about 2,549, with approximately 1,341 males and 1,208 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 418 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 654 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.24%, with male literacy at about 61.45% and female literacy near 39.90%. There are around 456 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,549 | 1,341 | 1,208 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 223 | 195 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 345 | 309 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,306 | 824 | 482 |
Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 517 | 726 |
Connectivity of Dhand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhand. As per the 2011 stats, Dhand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhand
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhand
- Where is Dhand located?
- Dhand village is situated in Karera Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhand is Dand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhand is 2,549, with 1,341 males and 1,208 females.
- How many households are there in Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhand village has a total of 456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhand is 51.24%. The male literacy rate is 61.45%, while the female literacy rate is 39.90%.