Dhar - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Dhar is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Shimla. Shakrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 024683. The village covers a total geographical area of 2.19 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar village had a total population of 11 people, including 7 males and 4 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 571 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dhar is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Shakrah.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 171001.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar had a total population of 11, including 7 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 50.00%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.