Dhar
About Dhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhar village is 023569. Dhar village is located in Rampur tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 151km away from district headquarter Rampur. Rampur is the sub-district headquarter of Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Dhar Gaura is the gram panchayat of Dhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 185 hectares. Dhar has a total population of 749 peoples, out of which male population is 389 while female population is 360. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 925 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhar village is 79.31% out of which 84.32% males and 73.89% females are literate. There are about 159 houses in dhar village. Pincode of dhar village locality is 172201.
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 Rampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Rampur 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 | 749 | 389 | 360 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 381 | 186 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 594 | 328 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 61 | 94 |
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 Rampur Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Dhar Gaura (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 172201, 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 749, with 389 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 79.31%. The male literacy rate is 84.32%, while the female literacy rate is 73.89%.