Dhandra
About Dhandra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhandra village is 033572. Dhandra village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1142 hectares. Dhandra has a total population of 14,972 peoples, out of which male population is 7,827 while female population is 7,145. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 912 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhandra village is 75.08% out of which 78.15% males and 71.71% females are literate. There are about 3,050 houses in dhandra village. Pincode of dhandra village locality is 141116.
When it comes to administration, Dhandra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhandra village comes under Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency. Ludhiana is nearest town to dhandra village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhandra
The population details of Dhandra 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 | 14,972 | 7,827 | 7,145 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,756 | 943 | 813 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,528 | 1,309 | 1,219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 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 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 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%.