Dhar - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dhar is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Nagali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 007358. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.63 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dhar
As per Census 2011, Dhar village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 129 males and 136 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 106 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 129 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 42 | 64 |
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 <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 Dhar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dhar is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Nagali.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 176303.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar has a total population of 265, including 129 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
There are 49 households in Dhar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar is 60.00%. Male literacy is 67.44% and female literacy is 52.94%.