Dher

Dher is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pora (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kaloyan is the gram panchayat of Dher village.

Dher has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dher

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dher is 006059. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181102. Ranbir Singh Pora is nearest town to Dher village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dher village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dher

Below is a concise population overview of Dher as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 251 125 126
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 16 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 150 77 73
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 178 96 82
Illiterate Population 73 29 44

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dher village:

  • The total population of Dher village is around 251, including approximately 125 males and 126 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Dher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dher village has 150 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dher village is about 70.92%, with male literacy at 76.80% and female literacy at 65.08%.
  • There are around 59 households in Dher village.

Connectivity of Dher

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dher. As per the 2011 stats, Dher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dher

Knowing the nearby villages of Dher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dher.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dher

Where is Dher located?
Dher village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dher?
The Gram Panchayat of Dher is Kaloyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dher?
The pincode of Dher is 181102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dher is 251, with 125 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Dher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dher village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dher is 70.92%. The male literacy rate is 76.80%, while the female literacy rate is 65.08%.