Dhar Pachhingal - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Dhar Pachhingal is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gwalthai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Pachhingal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Pachhingal is 019504. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.97 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dhar Pachhingal 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 Pachhingal
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Pachhingal village had a total population of 26 people, including 11 males and 15 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,364 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 53.85%.
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 | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Pachhingal
Dhar Pachhingal 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 Pachhingal
Dhar Pachhingal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhar Pachhingal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nangal to Dhar Pachhingal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dhar Pachhingal is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Pachhingal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Pachhingal 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar Pachhingal
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 Pachhingal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhar Pachhingal
Where is Dhar Pachhingal located?
Dhar Pachhingal village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhar Pachhingal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Pachhingal is Gwalthai.
What is the pincode of Dhar Pachhingal?
The pincode of Dhar Pachhingal is 174201.
What is the population of Dhar Pachhingal?
Dhar Pachhingal had a total population of 26, including 11 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Pachhingal?
Dhar Pachhingal had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Pachhingal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Pachhingal was 71.43%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 53.85%.