Dhanal
Dhanal is a village located in Jalandhar I tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jalandhar - I (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Dhanal Khurd is the gram panchayat of Dhanal village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhanal unique in its vibrant Jalandhar I-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Dhanal’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 Dhanal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanal is 030376. The village spans a total geographical area of 227 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144026. Jalandhar is nearest town to Dhanal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhanal
Population of Dhanal
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanal has a total population of about 1,487, with approximately 768 males and 719 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,223 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 76.40%, with male literacy at about 81.51% and female literacy near 70.93%. There are around 306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,487 | 768 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,223 | 636 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,136 | 626 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 142 | 209 |
Connectivity of Dhanal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanal. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanal
- Where is Dhanal located?
- Dhanal village is situated in Jalandhar I Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhanal is Dhanal Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhanal?
- The pincode of Dhanal is 144026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanal is 1,487, with 768 males and 719 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanal village has a total of 306 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanal is 76.40%. The male literacy rate is 81.51%, while the female literacy rate is 70.93%.