Dharot
Dharot is a village located in Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 76km away from district headquarter Swarghat. Swarghat is the sub-district headquarter of Dharot village. As per 2009 stats, Dharot village is also a gram panchayat.
Dharot has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Dharot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharot is 019532. The village spans a total geographical area of 503.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174015. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Dharot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dharot 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 Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dharot
Population of Dharot
Below is a concise population overview of Dharot 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 | 1,171 | 643 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 207 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 169 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 491 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 152 | 220 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dharot village:
- The total population of Dharot village is around 1,171, including approximately 643 males and 528 females, with a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Dharot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dharot village has 375 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 305 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dharot village is about 68.23%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 58.33%.
- There are around 217 households in Dharot village.
Connectivity of Dharot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharot. As per the 2011 stats, Dharot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharot
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharot
- Where is Dharot located?
- Dharot village is situated in Naina Devi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharot?
- Dharot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dharot?
- The pincode of Dharot is 174015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharot is 1,171, with 643 males and 528 females.
- How many households are there in Dharot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharot village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharot is 68.23%. The male literacy rate is 76.36%, while the female literacy rate is 58.33%.