Dhar Koliyan - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dhar Koliyan is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Bagdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Koliyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Koliyan is 007423. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.97 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dhar Koliyan 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 Dhar Koliyan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Koliyan village had a total population of 267 people, including 138 males and 129 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.95%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 55.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 124 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 92 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 46 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Koliyan
Dhar Koliyan 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 Koliyan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dhar Koliyan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Dhar Koliyan is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dhar Koliyan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Koliyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Koliyan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar Koliyan
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 Koliyan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhar Koliyan
Where is Dhar Koliyan located?
Dhar Koliyan village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhar Koliyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Koliyan is Bagdhar.
What is the pincode of Dhar Koliyan?
The pincode of Dhar Koliyan is 176301.
What is the population of Dhar Koliyan?
Dhar Koliyan had a total population of 267, including 138 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Koliyan?
Dhar Koliyan had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Koliyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Koliyan was 68.95%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 55.14%.