Dhar - Kotla, Kangra
Dhar is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Dharmsala. Sohlda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 009248. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.16 hectares and falls under the 176205 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar
As per Census 2011, Dhar village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 122 males and 128 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 114 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 91 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 31 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar
Dhar 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
Dhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhar
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Sohlda.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 176205.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar has a total population of 250, including 122 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
There are 43 households in Dhar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar is 63.60%. Male literacy is 74.59% and female literacy is 53.13%.