Dangehar - Baroh, Kangra
Dangehar is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Salah Jandrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangehar is 010107. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.08 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Dangehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangehar
As per Census 2011, Dangehar village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 102 males and 94 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 78 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 24 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Dangehar
Dangehar 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 Dangehar
Dangehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dharmsala to Dangehar is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangehar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dangehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangehar
Where is Dangehar located?
Dangehar village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangehar is Salah Jandrah.
What is the pincode of Dangehar?
The pincode of Dangehar is 176054.
What is the population of Dangehar?
Dangehar has a total population of 196, including 102 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Dangehar?
There are 33 households in Dangehar.
What is the literacy rate in Dangehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangehar is 70.92%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 64.89%.