Dharel - Panjehra, Solan
Dharel is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 142 km from Solan. Jukhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharel is 020719. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.2 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Dharel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharel
According to the 2011 Census, Dharel village had a total population of 146 people, including 76 males and 70 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.49%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 73.77%.
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 | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Dharel
Dharel 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 Dharel
Dharel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Dharel is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharel 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 Dharel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharel 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 Dharel
Where is Dharel located?
Dharel village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharel?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharel is Jukhari.
What is the pincode of Dharel?
The pincode of Dharel is 174101.
What is the population of Dharel?
Dharel had a total population of 146, including 76 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Dharel?
Dharel had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharel was 80.49%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 73.77%.