Dhamai
Dhamai is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dhamai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhamai unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Dhamai’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 Dhamai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhamai is 032056. The village spans a total geographical area of 188 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144532. Garhshankar is nearest town to Dhamai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhamai
Population of Dhamai
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamai has a total population of about 1,424, with approximately 687 males and 737 females. The sex ratio is around 1072 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 468 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 74.79%, with male literacy at about 81.22% and female literacy near 68.79%. There are around 320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhamai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 687 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 51 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 221 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,065 | 558 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 129 | 230 |
Connectivity of Dhamai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhamai. As per the 2011 stats, Dhamai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhamai
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhamai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhamai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhamai
- Where is Dhamai located?
- Dhamai village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhamai?
- Dhamai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhamai?
- The pincode of Dhamai is 144532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhamai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhamai is 1,424, with 687 males and 737 females.
- How many households are there in Dhamai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhamai village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhamai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhamai is 74.79%. The male literacy rate is 81.22%, while the female literacy rate is 68.79%.