Dhar

Dhar is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Shakrah is the gram panchayat of Dhar village.

Dhar has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 024312. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Shimla 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 223 112 111
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 20 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 179 92 87
Illiterate Population 44 20 24

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

  • The total population of Dhar village is around 223, including approximately 112 males and 111 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Dhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dhar village is about 80.27%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 78.38%.
  • There are around 39 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.

Up Muhal D P F Khil Kolu Ki Kwali Bajholiya Dafawag Jangal Mehfuja Mehduda Kamahla Chalog Badua Up Muhal D P F Samlaun Up Muhal D P F Badua Bhutwa Manghech

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar

Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Shakrah (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 171011, 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 223, with 112 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 80.27%. The male literacy rate is 82.14%, while the female literacy rate is 78.38%.