Dhandhar
Dhandhar is a village located in Chirawa tehsil of Jhunjhunun district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Chirawa (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jhunjhunun. As per 2009 stats, Ghumansar Kalan is the gram panchayat of Dhandhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhandhar unique in its vibrant Chirawa-Jhunjhunun region. You’ll see Dhandhar’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 Dhandhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandhar is 071149. The village spans a total geographical area of 474.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 333031. Pilani is nearest town to Dhandhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhandhar 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 Pilani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhandhar
Population of Dhandhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandhar has a total population of about 1,657, with approximately 823 males and 834 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 329 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.55%, with male literacy at about 75.21% and female literacy near 52.04%. There are around 293 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,657 | 823 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 126 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 158 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 619 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 204 | 400 |
Connectivity of Dhandhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandhar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandhar 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhandhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandhar
- Where is Dhandhar located?
- Dhandhar village is situated in Chirawa Tehsil, within the Jhunjhunun district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhandhar is Ghumansar Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhandhar?
- The pincode of Dhandhar is 333031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandhar is 1,657, with 823 males and 834 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandhar village has a total of 293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandhar is 63.55%. The male literacy rate is 75.21%, while the female literacy rate is 52.04%.