Dhandra
Dhandra is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Tera Nagar is the gram panchayat of Dhandra village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhandra unique in its vibrant Ludhiana West-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Dhandra’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 Dhandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandra is 033572. The village spans a total geographical area of 1142 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141116. Ludhiana is nearest town to Dhandra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dhandra 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 Dhandra
Population of Dhandra
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandra has a total population of about 14,972, with approximately 7,827 males and 7,145 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,756 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,528 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 75.08%, with male literacy at about 78.15% and female literacy near 71.71%. There are around 3,050 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 11,241 | 6,117 | 5,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,731 | 1,710 | 2,021 |
Connectivity of Dhandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandra. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandra 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandra
- Where is Dhandra located?
- Dhandra village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhandra is Tera Nagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhandra?
- The pincode of Dhandra is 141116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandra is 14,972, with 7,827 males and 7,145 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandra village has a total of 3,050 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandra is 75.08%. The male literacy rate is 78.15%, while the female literacy rate is 71.71%.