Dhara
About Dhara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhara village is 001176. Dhara village is located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Dhara village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 521 hectares. Dhara has a total population of 2,874 peoples, out of which male population is 1,501 while female population is 1,373. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 914 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhara village is 45.27% out of which 57.03% males and 32.41% females are literate. There are about 610 houses in dhara village. Pincode of dhara village locality is 185151.
When it comes to administration, Dhara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dhara village comes under Poonch Haveli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jammu Lok Sabha constituency. Punch is nearest town to dhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Dhara
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,874 | 1,501 | 1,373 |
| Children (0-6) | 592 | 311 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 924 | 482 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 856 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,573 | 645 | 928 |
Connectivity of Dhara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhara
Where is Dhara located?
Dhara village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhara?
Dhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhara?
The pincode of Dhara is 185151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhara is 2,874, with 1,501 males and 1,373 females.
How many households are there in Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhara village has a total of 610 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhara is 45.27%. The male literacy rate is 57.03%, while the female literacy rate is 32.41%.