Dhand
Dhand is a village located in Mahwa tehsil of Dausa district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Mahwa (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Dausa. As per 2009 stats, Dhand village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhand unique in its vibrant Mahwa-Dausa region. You’ll see Dhand’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 Dhand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhand is 078279. The village spans a total geographical area of 391 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 322240. Dausa is nearest town to Dhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 84km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mahuwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dausa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhand
Population of Dhand
According to the 2011 Census, Dhand has a total population of about 3,001, with approximately 1,596 males and 1,405 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 495 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,231 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.72%, with male literacy at about 68.11% and female literacy near 39.50%. There are around 544 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,001 | 1,596 | 1,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 262 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,231 | 663 | 568 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,642 | 1,087 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,359 | 509 | 850 |
Connectivity of Dhand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhand. As per the 2011 stats, Dhand 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhand
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhand
- Where is Dhand located?
- Dhand village is situated in Mahwa Tehsil, within the Dausa district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhand?
- Dhand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhand?
- The pincode of Dhand is 322240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhand is 3,001, with 1,596 males and 1,405 females.
- How many households are there in Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhand village has a total of 544 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhand is 54.72%. The male literacy rate is 68.11%, while the female literacy rate is 39.50%.