Dhilwan
Dhilwan is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dhilwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhilwan unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Dhilwan’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 Dhilwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhilwan is 028899. The village spans a total geographical area of 206 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Dhilwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhilwan
Population of Dhilwan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhilwan has a total population of about 911, with approximately 485 males and 426 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 255 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 63.89%, with male literacy at about 67.22% and female literacy near 60.09%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhilwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 911 | 485 | 426 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 68 | 53 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 137 | 118 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 582 | 326 | 256 |
Illiterate Population | 329 | 159 | 170 |
Connectivity of Dhilwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhilwan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhilwan 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 Dhilwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhilwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhilwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhilwan
- Where is Dhilwan located?
- Dhilwan village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhilwan?
- Dhilwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhilwan?
- The pincode of Dhilwan is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhilwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhilwan is 911, with 485 males and 426 females.
- How many households are there in Dhilwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhilwan village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhilwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhilwan is 63.89%. The male literacy rate is 67.22%, while the female literacy rate is 60.09%.