Dhar Khas - Harchakian, Kangra
Dhar Khas is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Harchakian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Khas is 009268. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Dhar Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Khas
As per Census 2011, Dhar Khas village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 139 males and 139 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 139 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 107 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 32 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Khas
Dhar Khas 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 Khas
Dhar Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Dhar Khas is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Khas 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 Dhar Khas
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 Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhar Khas
Where is Dhar Khas located?
Dhar Khas village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Khas is Harchakian.
What is the pincode of Dhar Khas?
The pincode of Dhar Khas is 176210.
What is the population of Dhar Khas?
Dhar Khas has a total population of 278, including 139 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Khas?
There are 63 households in Dhar Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Khas is 74.82%. Male literacy is 76.98% and female literacy is 72.66%.