Dharaur
Dharaur is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Dharaur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dharaur unique in its vibrant Ludhiana East-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Dharaur’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 Dharaur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharaur is 033506. The village spans a total geographical area of 375 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141122. Sahnewal is nearest town to Dharaur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dharaur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dharaur
Population of Dharaur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharaur has a total population of about 2,715, with approximately 1,429 males and 1,286 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 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 76.43%, with male literacy at about 80.83% and female literacy near 71.54%. There are around 512 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharaur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,715 | 1,429 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 144 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,223 | 647 | 576 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,075 | 1,155 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 274 | 366 |
Connectivity of Dharaur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharaur. As per the 2011 stats, Dharaur 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 Dharaur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharaur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharaur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharaur
- Where is Dharaur located?
- Dharaur village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharaur?
- Dharaur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dharaur?
- The pincode of Dharaur is 141122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharaur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharaur is 2,715, with 1,429 males and 1,286 females.
- How many households are there in Dharaur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharaur village has a total of 512 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharaur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharaur is 76.43%. The male literacy rate is 80.83%, while the female literacy rate is 71.54%.