Dheru - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Dheru is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Dharuh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheru is 038361. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 140118 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Dheru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandpur Sahib Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dheru
According to the 2011 Census, Dheru village had a total population of 199 people, including 107 males and 92 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.53%, with male literacy at 89.16% and female literacy at 58.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 107 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 74 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 33 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dheru
Dheru 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 Dheru
Dheru 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 Dheru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rupnagar to Dheru is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dheru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dheru
Where is Dheru located?
Dheru village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheru?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheru is Dharuh.
What is the pincode of Dheru?
The pincode of Dheru is 140118.
What is the population of Dheru?
Dheru had a total population of 199, including 107 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Dheru?
Dheru had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheru was 74.53%. Male literacy was 89.16% and female literacy was 58.97%.