Dhakon
About Dhakon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhakon village is 031877. Dhakon village is located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dhakkon is the gram panchayat of Dhakon village.
The total geographical area of village is 66 hectares. Dhakon has a total population of 407 peoples, out of which male population is 221 while female population is 186. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 841 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhakon village is 72.73% out of which 75.11% males and 69.89% females are literate. There are about 92 houses in dhakon village. Pincode of dhakon village locality is 146101.
Mahilpur is nearest town to dhakon village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhakon
The population details of Dhakon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 221 | 186 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 296 | 166 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 55 | 56 |
Connectivity of Dhakon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhakon
Where is Dhakon located?
Dhakon village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhakon is Dhakkon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhakon?
The pincode of Dhakon is 146101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhakon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhakon is 407, with 221 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Dhakon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhakon village has a total of 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhakon is 72.73%. The male literacy rate is 75.11%, while the female literacy rate is 69.89%.