Dhar
About Dhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhar village is 019604. Dhar village is located in Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Swarghat. Swarghat is the sub-district headquarter of Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Swahan is the gram panchayat of Dhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 270 hectares. Dhar has a total population of 622 peoples, out of which male population is 314 while female population is 308. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 980 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhar village is 75.24% out of which 83.76% males and 66.56% females are literate. There are about 113 houses in dhar village. Pincode of dhar village locality is 174310.
When it comes to administration, Dhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhar village comes under Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Naina Devi is nearest town to dhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Dhar
The population details of Dhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 314 | 308 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 468 | 263 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 51 | 103 |
Connectivity of Dhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is situated in Naina Devi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Swahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 174310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhar is 622, with 314 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 75.24%. The male literacy rate is 83.76%, while the female literacy rate is 66.56%.