Dhar - Rampur, Shimla
Dhar is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dansa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 023610. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.9 hectares and falls under the 172201 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar village had a total population of 266 people, including 134 males and 132 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.20%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 266 | 134 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 100 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 34 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar
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 Dhar
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dhar is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Dhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Dansa.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 172201.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar had a total population of 266, including 134 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 70.20%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.