Dadra - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dadra is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Bathri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadra is 007446. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.6 hectares and falls under the 176304 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dadra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadra
According to the 2011 Census, Dadra village had a total population of 947 people, including 477 males and 470 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.59%, with male literacy at 93.70% and female literacy at 73.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 947 | 477 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 64 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 132 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 114 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 387 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 90 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Dadra
Dadra 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 Dadra
Public transport in the Dadra is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dalhousie to Dadra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dadra is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dadra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dadra
Where is Dadra located?
Dadra village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dadra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadra is Bathri.
What is the pincode of Dadra?
The pincode of Dadra is 176304.
What is the population of Dadra?
Dadra had a total population of 947, including 477 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Dadra?
Dadra had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadra was 83.59%. Male literacy was 93.70% and female literacy was 73.70%.