Dhar
About Dhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhar village is 008363. Dhar village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Branda Kandwal is the gram panchayat of Dhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 222.77 hectares. Dhar has a total population of 562 peoples, out of which male population is 285 while female population is 277. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhar village is 85.05% out of which 89.12% males and 80.87% females are literate. There are about 120 houses in dhar village. Pincode of dhar village locality is 176202.
When it comes to administration, Dhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhar village comes under Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to dhar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dhar
The population details of Dhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 285 | 277 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 478 | 254 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 31 | 53 |
Connectivity of Dhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Branda Kandwal (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 176202, 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 562, with 285 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 85.05%. The male literacy rate is 89.12%, while the female literacy rate is 80.87%.