Dahar - Ronhat, Sirmaur
Dahar is a village situated in the Ronhat tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahar is 023460. The village covers a total geographical area of 549 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Dahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahar
As per Census 2011, Dahar village has a total population of 1,133 people, consisting of 602 males and 531 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 602 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 84 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 211 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 403 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 199 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Dahar
Dahar 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 Dahar
Dahar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Dahar is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahar
Where is Dahar located?
Dahar village is located in Ronhat Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahar?
Dahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahar?
The pincode of Dahar is 173027.
What is the population of Dahar?
Dahar has a total population of 1,133, including 602 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Dahar?
There are 159 households in Dahar.
What is the literacy rate in Dahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahar is 60.19%. Male literacy is 66.94% and female literacy is 52.54%.