Dhor - Mahishi, Saharsa
Dhor is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Telhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhor is 226333. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahishi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhor
According to the 2011 Census, Dhor village had a total population of 227 people, including 117 males and 110 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.20%, with male literacy at 56.84% and female literacy at 18.52%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 117 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 54 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 63 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Dhor
Dhor 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 Dhor
Dhor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Dhor is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhor
Where is Dhor located?
Dhor village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhor is Telhar.
What is the pincode of Dhor?
The pincode of Dhor is 852216.
What is the population of Dhor?
Dhor had a total population of 227, including 117 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Dhor?
Dhor had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhor was 39.20%. Male literacy was 56.84% and female literacy was 18.52%.