Dhandwar
Dhandwar is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Dhandwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhandwar unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Dhandwar’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 Dhandwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandwar is 030171. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144502. Goraya is nearest town to Dhandwar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhandwar
Population of Dhandwar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandwar has a total population of about 1,344, with approximately 677 males and 667 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 479 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 78.72%, with male literacy at about 80.95% and female literacy near 76.46%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 677 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 227 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 548 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 129 | 157 |
Connectivity of Dhandwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandwar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandwar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhandwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandwar
- Where is Dhandwar located?
- Dhandwar village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandwar?
- Dhandwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhandwar?
- The pincode of Dhandwar is 144502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandwar is 1,344, with 677 males and 667 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandwar village has a total of 278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandwar is 78.72%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 76.46%.