Dhandowal
About Dhandowal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhandowal village is 029814. Dhandowal village is located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Dhandowal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 640 hectares. Dhandowal has a total population of 1,873 peoples, out of which male population is 987 while female population is 886. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 897 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhandowal village is 67.27% out of which 71.53% males and 62.53% females are literate. There are about 399 houses in dhandowal village. Pincode of dhandowal village locality is 144702.
Shahkot is nearest town to dhandowal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhandowal
The population details of Dhandowal 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 | 1,873 | 987 | 886 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 973 | 514 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,260 | 706 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 281 | 332 |
Connectivity of Dhandowal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandowal
Where is Dhandowal located?
Dhandowal village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandowal?
Dhandowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhandowal?
The pincode of Dhandowal is 144702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhandowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandowal is 1,873, with 987 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Dhandowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhandowal village has a total of 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandowal is 67.27%. The male literacy rate is 71.53%, while the female literacy rate is 62.53%.