Dharal - Tikar, Shimla
Dharal is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pujarli-3 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharal is 026362. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.15 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Dharal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharal
According to the 2011 Census, Dharal village had a total population of 111 people, including 57 males and 54 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Dharal
Dharal 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 Dharal
Dharal 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 Dharal is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharal 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 Dharal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharal
Where is Dharal located?
Dharal village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharal is Pujarli-3.
What is the pincode of Dharal?
The pincode of Dharal is 171203.
What is the population of Dharal?
Dharal had a total population of 111, including 57 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Dharal?
Dharal had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharal was 78.79%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 68.75%.