Dhahan
Dhahan is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Dhahan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhahan unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Dhahan’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 Dhahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhahan is 032134. The village spans a total geographical area of 274 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144505. Banga is nearest town to Dhahan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhahan
Population of Dhahan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhahan has a total population of about 1,309, with approximately 643 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 582 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 72.80%, with male literacy at about 75.27% and female literacy near 70.42%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 643 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 292 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 953 | 484 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 159 | 197 |
Connectivity of Dhahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhahan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhahan
- Where is Dhahan located?
- Dhahan village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhahan?
- Dhahan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhahan?
- The pincode of Dhahan is 144505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhahan is 1,309, with 643 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Dhahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhahan village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhahan is 72.80%. The male literacy rate is 75.27%, while the female literacy rate is 70.42%.