Dhande - Batala, Gurdaspur
Dhande is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dhande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhande is 028558. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 143515 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Dhande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhande
According to the 2011 Census, Dhande village had a total population of 617 people, including 322 males and 295 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.51%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 75.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 322 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 234 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 88 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Dhande
Dhande is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhande
Dhande is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhande.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dhande is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhande
Where is Dhande located?
Dhande village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhande?
Dhande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhande?
The pincode of Dhande is 143515.
What is the population of Dhande?
Dhande had a total population of 617, including 322 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Dhande?
Dhande had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhande was 78.51%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 75.48%.