Baldhar - Dadasiba, Kangra
Baldhar is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Dharmsala. Landiara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baldhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baldhar is 010699. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.62 hectares and falls under the 177106 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Baldhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baldhar
As per Census 2011, Baldhar village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 74 males and 85 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,148 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baldhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 74 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 12 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Baldhar
Baldhar 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 Baldhar
Baldhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharmsala to Baldhar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baldhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baldhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baldhar
Where is Baldhar located?
Baldhar village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baldhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Baldhar is Landiara.
What is the pincode of Baldhar?
The pincode of Baldhar is 177106.
What is the population of Baldhar?
Baldhar has a total population of 159, including 74 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Baldhar?
There are 35 households in Baldhar.
What is the literacy rate in Baldhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baldhar is 76.10%. Male literacy is 83.78% and female literacy is 69.41%.