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.

Dhahan has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Dhahan

Below is a concise population overview of Dhahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhahan village:

  • The total population of Dhahan village is around 1,309, including approximately 643 males and 666 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Dhahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhahan village has 582 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhahan village is about 72.80%, with male literacy at 75.27% and female literacy at 70.42%.
  • There are around 287 households in Dhahan village.

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.

Bulakipur Godani Muafi Alarwal Kaleran Baharwal Bisla Bir Alarwal Jhander Kalan Jhander Khurd Mallah Sodhian Behram

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%.