Dhand - Bandikui, Dausa
Dhand is a village situated in the Bandikui tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from Baswa and around 49 km from Dausa. Kheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhand is 078070. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.55 hectares and falls under the 303313 pincode. Bandikui is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dhand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhand
As per Census 2011, Dhand village has a total population of 1,057 people, consisting of 556 males and 501 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 555 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 743 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,057 | 556 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 89 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 743 | 395 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 372 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 184 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Dhand
Dhand is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhand
Dhand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhand has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandikui to Dhand is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dausa to Dhand is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhand
Where is Dhand located?
Dhand village is located in Bandikui Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhand is Kheri.
What is the pincode of Dhand?
The pincode of Dhand is 303313.
What is the population of Dhand?
Dhand has a total population of 1,057, including 556 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Dhand?
There are 208 households in Dhand.
What is the literacy rate in Dhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhand is 52.51%. Male literacy is 66.91% and female literacy is 36.53%.