Dhandra - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Dhandra is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Basant Avenue serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandra is 033572. The village covers a total geographical area of 1142 hectares and falls under the 141116 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Dhandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhandra
As per Census 2011, Dhandra village has a total population of 14,972 people, consisting of 7,827 males and 7,145 females. The village has 3,050 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,756 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,241 literate and 3,731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,528 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,972 | 7,827 | 7,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,756 | 943 | 813 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,528 | 1,309 | 1,219 |
| Literate Population | 11,241 | 6,117 | 5,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,731 | 1,710 | 2,021 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandra
Dhandra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhandra
Dhandra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhandra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Dhandra is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhandra
Where is Dhandra located?
Dhandra village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandra is Basant Avenue.
What is the pincode of Dhandra?
The pincode of Dhandra is 141116.
What is the population of Dhandra?
Dhandra has a total population of 14,972, including 7,827 males and 7,145 females.
How many households are there in Dhandra?
There are 3,050 households in Dhandra.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandra is 75.08%. Male literacy is 78.15% and female literacy is 71.71%.