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.
Dhandhar has its own place in the vibrant Jhunjhunun 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Dhandhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhandhar village:
- The total population of Dhandhar village is around 1,657, including approximately 823 males and 834 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 224 children aged 0–6 years in Dhandhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhandhar village has 329 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhandhar village is about 63.55%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 52.04%.
- There are around 293 households in Dhandhar village.
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%.