Dhun

Dhun is a village located in Tarn Taran tehsil of Tarn Taran district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from Tarn Taran, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhun village. As per 2009 stats, Dhun Dhaiwala is the gram panchayat of Dhun village.

Dhun has its own place in the vibrant Tarn Taran 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 Dhun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhun is 037995. The village spans a total geographical area of 1005 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143409. Patti is nearest town to Dhun village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhun

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,234 1,192 1,042
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 285 158 127
Scheduled Castes (SC) 424 222 202
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,246 726 520
Illiterate Population 988 466 522

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

  • The total population of Dhun village is around 2,234, including approximately 1,192 males and 1,042 females, with a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 285 children aged 0–6 years in Dhun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhun village has 424 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhun village is about 55.77%, with male literacy at 60.91% and female literacy at 49.90%.
  • There are around 363 households in Dhun village.

Connectivity of Dhun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhun. As per the 2011 stats, Dhun had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhun

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhun.

Sangatpur Raniwala Pakhopura Gharka Ratoke Chamba Kalan Kambo Dhaiwala Kiriyan Jauneke Marhana Gandiwind

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhun

Where is Dhun located?
Dhun village is situated in Tarn Taran Tehsil, within the Tarn Taran district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhun?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhun is Dhun Dhaiwala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhun?
The pincode of Dhun is 143409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhun is 2,234, with 1,192 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Dhun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhun village has a total of 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhun is 55.77%. The male literacy rate is 60.91%, while the female literacy rate is 49.90%.