Dhar
Dhar is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 47km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Singadhar is the gram panchayat of Dhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhar unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Dhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhar is 007219. The village spans a total geographical area of 332.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Dhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Dhar
Population of Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar has a total population of about 623, with approximately 289 males and 334 females. The sex ratio is around 1155 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 345 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 113. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.98%, with male literacy at about 69.90% and female literacy near 45.81%. There are around 111 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 623 | 289 | 334 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 38 | 66 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 160 | 185 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 50 | 63 |
Literate Population | 355 | 202 | 153 |
Illiterate Population | 268 | 87 | 181 |
Connectivity of Dhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar
- Where is Dhar located?
- Dhar village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Singadhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhar?
- The pincode of Dhar is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhar is 623, with 289 males and 334 females.
- How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 56.98%. The male literacy rate is 69.90%, while the female literacy rate is 45.81%.