Dhar - Ramshahr, Solan
Dhar is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dharmana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 020505. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.38 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh 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 Nalagarh 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 344 people, including 185 males and 159 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.27%, with male literacy at 85.28% and female literacy at 59.29%.
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 | 344 | 185 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 139 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 46 | 76 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Dhar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Dharmana.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 174102.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar had a total population of 344, including 185 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 73.27%. Male literacy was 85.28% and female literacy was 59.29%.