Dhar

Dhar is a village located in Thunag tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Thunag. Thunag is the sub-district headquarter of Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Dhar Jarol is the gram panchayat of Dhar village.

Dhar has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 015150. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175054. Mandi 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 939 492 447
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 46 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 410 212 198
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 695 403 292
Illiterate Population 244 89 155

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

  • The total population of Dhar village is around 939, including approximately 492 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Dhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhar village has 410 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhar village is about 74.01%, with male literacy at 81.91% and female literacy at 65.32%.
  • There are around 226 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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 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.

Thach D P F Choparu Banyad D P F Kandhi Presh Manjhakhal D P F Shankar D P F Kala Kamisher D P F Chilamgad Bharad D P F Kumharla D P F Bungatu

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar

Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is situated in Thunag Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Dhar Jarol (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 175054, 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 939, with 492 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 74.01%. The male literacy rate is 81.91%, while the female literacy rate is 65.32%.