Dhaul
Dhaul is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Dhoul is the gram panchayat of Dhaul village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhaul unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Dhaul’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 Dhaul
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhaul is 032437. The village spans a total geographical area of 185 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144521. Balachaur is nearest town to Dhaul village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhaul
Population of Dhaul
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaul has a total population of about 1,250, with approximately 674 males and 576 females. The sex ratio is around 854 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 342 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 69.52%, with male literacy at about 76.26% and female literacy near 61.63%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhaul's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,250 | 674 | 576 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 189 | 153 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 869 | 514 | 355 |
Illiterate Population | 381 | 160 | 221 |
Connectivity of Dhaul
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhaul. As per the 2011 stats, Dhaul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhaul
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhaul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhaul.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhaul
- Where is Dhaul located?
- Dhaul village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhaul?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhaul is Dhoul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhaul?
- The pincode of Dhaul is 144521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhaul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhaul is 1,250, with 674 males and 576 females.
- How many households are there in Dhaul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhaul village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhaul as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhaul is 69.52%. The male literacy rate is 76.26%, while the female literacy rate is 61.63%.