Dhar - Theog, Shimla
Dhar is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kaleend serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 024987. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.91 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog 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 Theog 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 287 people, including 154 males and 133 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.10%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 65.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 287 | 154 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 123 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 31 | 54 |
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 >10 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 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Kaleend.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 171201.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar had a total population of 287, including 154 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 77.10%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 65.29%.