Dev Dhar - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Dev Dhar is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Devdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dev Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dev Dhar is 014979. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.54 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Dev 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 Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dev Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dev Dhar village had a total population of 509 people, including 254 males and 255 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.83%, with male literacy at 85.38% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 254 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 181 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 73 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Dev Dhar
Dev 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 Dev Dhar
Dev 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 Mandi to Dev Dhar is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dev Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dev Dhar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dev 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 Dev 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dev Dhar
Where is Dev Dhar located?
Dev Dhar village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dev Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dev Dhar is Devdhar.
What is the pincode of Dev Dhar?
The pincode of Dev Dhar is 175106.
What is the population of Dev Dhar?
Dev Dhar had a total population of 509, including 254 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Dev Dhar?
Dev Dhar had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dev Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dev Dhar was 73.83%. Male literacy was 85.38% and female literacy was 62.50%.