Dhawan
Dhawan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dhawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhawan unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Dhawan’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 Dhawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhawan is 028854. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Batala is nearest town to Dhawan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhawan
Population of Dhawan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhawan has a total population of about 954, with approximately 500 males and 454 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 295 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 65.83%, with male literacy at about 69.00% and female literacy near 62.33%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 500 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 64 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 154 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 628 | 345 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 155 | 171 |
Connectivity of Dhawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhawan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhawan
- Where is Dhawan located?
- Dhawan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhawan?
- Dhawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhawan?
- The pincode of Dhawan is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhawan is 954, with 500 males and 454 females.
- How many households are there in Dhawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhawan village has a total of 168 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhawan is 65.83%. The male literacy rate is 69.00%, while the female literacy rate is 62.33%.