Dhanda
Dhanda is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Dhanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhanda unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Dhanda’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 Dhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanda is 030210. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144409. Goraya is nearest town to Dhanda village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhanda
Population of Dhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanda has a total population of about 1,612, with approximately 838 males and 774 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 893 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 71.03%, with male literacy at about 74.58% and female literacy near 67.18%. There are around 343 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,612 | 838 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 81 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 467 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,145 | 625 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 213 | 254 |
Connectivity of Dhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanda 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanda
- Where is Dhanda located?
- Dhanda village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanda?
- Dhanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhanda?
- The pincode of Dhanda is 144409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanda is 1,612, with 838 males and 774 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanda village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanda is 71.03%. The male literacy rate is 74.58%, while the female literacy rate is 67.18%.