Dhira
Dhira is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dhira village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhira unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Dhira’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 Dhira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhira is 028610. The village spans a total geographical area of 273 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143516. Batala is nearest town to Dhira village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhira
Population of Dhira
According to the 2011 Census, Dhira has a total population of about 1,026, with approximately 542 males and 484 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 375 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 65.69%, with male literacy at about 70.48% and female literacy near 60.33%. There are around 191 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhira's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,026 | 542 | 484 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 74 | 54 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 201 | 174 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 674 | 382 | 292 |
Illiterate Population | 352 | 160 | 192 |
Connectivity of Dhira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhira. As per the 2011 stats, Dhira 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 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhira
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhira
- Where is Dhira located?
- Dhira village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhira?
- Dhira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhira?
- The pincode of Dhira is 143516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhira is 1,026, with 542 males and 484 females.
- How many households are there in Dhira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhira village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhira is 65.69%. The male literacy rate is 70.48%, while the female literacy rate is 60.33%.