Dhun Village Overview
Dhun is a village in Patti tehsil of Tarn Taran district, Punjab. It lies about 27 km from Patti tehsil headquarters and around 35 km from Tarn Taran district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Dhun village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Dhun village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhun is 038064. The village covers a geographical area of 501 hectares and has a pincode of 143305. Patti is the nearest town.
Location Map of Dhun
Population & Demographics of Dhun
This section provides population and demographic details of Dhun village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,711 | 896 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 131 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 360 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 991 | 571 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 325 | 395 |
Key population details of Dhun village are given below:
- Dhun village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,711, including approximately 896 males and 815 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 709 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Dhun village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 57.92%.
- There are around 292 households in Dhun village.
Transport & Connectivity of Dhun
Transport facilities help residents of Dhun village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhun
The following villages are located close to Dhun and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhun
- Where is Dhun located?
- Dhun village is located in Patti Tehsil, Tarn Taran district, Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhun?
- Dhun is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Dhun?
- The pincode of Dhun is 143305.
- What is the population of Dhun?
- Dhun has a total population of 1,711, including 896 males and 815 females.
- How many households are there in Dhun?
- There are 292 households in Dhun.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhun?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhun is 57.92%. Male literacy is 63.73% and female literacy is 51.53%.