Dhandhela - Nohar, Hanumangarh
Dhandhela is a village situated in the Nohar tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nohar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Dhandela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhandhela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandhela is 068598. The village covers a total geographical area of 2254.41 hectares and falls under the 335523 pincode. Nohar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dhandhela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nohar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhandhela
As per Census 2011, Dhandhela village has a total population of 2,997 people, consisting of 1,587 males and 1,410 females. The village has 557 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 1,175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,042 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhandhela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,997 | 1,587 | 1,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 203 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,042 | 534 | 508 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,141 | 681 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 446 | 729 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhela
Dhandhela is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| 16 Rwd | South-West | 2.57 km |
| 1 B Barani | East | 2.58 km |
| Sheodanpura Barani | North-East | 2.68 km |
| 14 Rwd | West | 4.08 km |
| 18 Rwd | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Dhani Lalkhan | East | 4.83 km |
| 22 Knn | North-East | 4.84 km |
| 1 A-barani | North | 4.86 km |
| 21 Knn | North-East | 5.24 km |
| Bhagwan | South | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhandhela
Dhandhela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khinaniyan, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nohar to Dhandhela is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to Dhandhela is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhandhela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandhela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhandhela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandhela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhandhela
Where is Dhandhela located?
Dhandhela village is located in Nohar Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhela?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandhela is Dhandela.
What is the pincode of Dhandhela?
The pincode of Dhandhela is 335523.
What is the population of Dhandhela?
Dhandhela has a total population of 2,997, including 1,587 males and 1,410 females.
How many households are there in Dhandhela?
There are 557 households in Dhandhela.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandhela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandhela is 60.79%. Male literacy is 71.90% and female literacy is 48.30%.