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
As per Census 2011, Dhande village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 322 males and 295 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 322 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| 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 has a total population of 617, including 322 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Dhande?
There are 108 households in Dhande.
What is the literacy rate in Dhande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhande is 69.85%. Male literacy is 72.67% and female literacy is 66.78%.