Dhar

Dhar is a village located in Nagrota Bagwan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Nagrota Bagwan. Nagrota Bagwan is the sub-district headquarter of Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Mundla is the gram panchayat of Dhar village.

Dhar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhar is 009834. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176056. Nagrota Bagwan is nearest town to Dhar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhar

Below is a concise population overview of Dhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 496 240 256
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 24 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 363 191 172
Illiterate Population 133 49 84

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhar village:

  • The total population of Dhar village is around 496, including approximately 240 males and 256 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Dhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dhar village is about 73.19%, with male literacy at 79.58% and female literacy at 67.19%.
  • There are around 108 households in Dhar village.

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)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Raunkhar Kalaid Khas Gabla Andrar Bhati Bharialkar Nihar Khola Lili Ghutu Gherun Chakban Jukani Bherara

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar

Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is situated in Nagrota Bagwan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Mundla (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 176056, 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 496, with 240 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 73.19%. The male literacy rate is 79.58%, while the female literacy rate is 67.19%.