Dhar - Bhalai, Chamba
Dhar is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Gawalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 007296. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.6 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar village had a total population of 220 people, including 113 males and 107 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.97%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 56.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 75 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 38 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar
Dhar 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
Public transport in the Dhar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Dhar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Gawalu.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 176312.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar had a total population of 220, including 113 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 65.97%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 56.04%.