Dhesian - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Dhesian is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dhesian village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhesian is 028877. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 143605 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Dhesian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhesian
According to the 2011 Census, Dhesian village had a total population of 848 people, including 441 males and 407 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.20%, with male literacy at 74.43% and female literacy at 63.38%.
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 | 848 | 441 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 294 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 147 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Dhesian
Dhesian is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Durgabad | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Sahan Pannu | East | 1.13 km |
| Raichack | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Fajlabad | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Ror Khehra | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Laqmanian | North | 1.91 km |
| Dulowal | North | 2.04 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Mir Kachana | East | 2.44 km |
| Wadala Banger | North-East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhesian
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhesian. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dhesian is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhesian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhesian 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 Dhesian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhesian 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 Dhesian
Where is Dhesian located?
Dhesian village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhesian?
Dhesian is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhesian?
The pincode of Dhesian is 143605.
What is the population of Dhesian?
Dhesian had a total population of 848, including 441 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Dhesian?
Dhesian had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhesian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhesian was 69.20%. Male literacy was 74.43% and female literacy was 63.38%.