Dhar Kansi - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Dhar Kansi is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kutehla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Kansi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Kansi is 019633. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.45 hectares and falls under the 174011 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Dhar Kansi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Kansi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Kansi village had a total population of 114 people, including 59 males and 55 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.39%, with male literacy at 90.57% and female literacy at 69.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Kansi
Dhar Kansi 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 Dhar Kansi
Dhar Kansi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Dhar Kansi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dhar Kansi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Kansi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Kansi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar Kansi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhar Kansi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhar Kansi
Where is Dhar Kansi located?
Dhar Kansi village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhar Kansi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Kansi is Kutehla.
What is the pincode of Dhar Kansi?
The pincode of Dhar Kansi is 174011.
What is the population of Dhar Kansi?
Dhar Kansi had a total population of 114, including 59 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Kansi?
Dhar Kansi had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Kansi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Kansi was 80.39%. Male literacy was 90.57% and female literacy was 69.39%.