Chhoti Dhar
Chhoti Dhar is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Chhoti Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Hathi Dhar is the gram panchayat of Chhoti Dhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhoti Dhar unique in its vibrant Nurpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Chhoti Dhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhoti Dhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhoti Dhar is 008672. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176200. Nurpur is nearest town to Chhoti Dhar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chhoti Dhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhoti Dhar
Population of Chhoti Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Chhoti Dhar has a total population of about 174, with approximately 86 males and 88 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.97%, with male literacy at about 75.58% and female literacy near 62.50%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhoti Dhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 21 | 33 |
Connectivity of Chhoti Dhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhoti Dhar. As per the 2011 stats, Chhoti 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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhoti Dhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhoti Dhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhoti Dhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhoti Dhar
- Where is Chhoti Dhar located?
- Chhoti Dhar village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhoti Dhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhoti Dhar is Hathi Dhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhoti Dhar?
- The pincode of Chhoti Dhar is 176200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhoti Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhoti Dhar is 174, with 86 males and 88 females.
- How many households are there in Chhoti Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhoti Dhar village has a total of 31 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhoti Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhoti Dhar is 68.97%. The male literacy rate is 75.58%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.