Dhandal
Dhandal is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Dhadal is the gram panchayat of Dhandal village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhandal unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Dhandal’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 Dhandal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandal is 037236. The village spans a total geographical area of 125 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143102. Ajnala is nearest town to Dhandal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dhandal 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 Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhandal
Population of Dhandal
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandal has a total population of about 343, with approximately 164 males and 179 females. The sex ratio is around 1091 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.43%, with male literacy at about 68.90% and female literacy near 46.93%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 343 | 164 | 179 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 197 | 113 | 84 |
Illiterate Population | 146 | 51 | 95 |
Connectivity of Dhandal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandal. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhandal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandal
- Where is Dhandal located?
- Dhandal village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhandal is Dhadal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhandal?
- The pincode of Dhandal is 143102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandal is 343, with 164 males and 179 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandal village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandal is 57.43%. The male literacy rate is 68.90%, while the female literacy rate is 46.93%.