Dhar
Dhar is a village located in Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Sunderbani (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Rajouri.
Dhar has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri 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 Dhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhar is 001647. The village spans a total geographical area of 1090.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185156. Sunderbani is nearest town to Dhar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhar
Population of Dhar
Below is a concise population overview of Dhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 285 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 140 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 213 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 72 | 107 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhar village:
- The total population of Dhar village is around 534, including approximately 285 males and 249 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Dhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhar village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dhar village is about 66.48%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 57.03%.
- There are around 138 households in Dhar village.
Connectivity of Dhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar
- Where is Dhar located?
- Dhar village is situated in Sunderbani Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Dhar?
- The pincode of Dhar is 185156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhar is 534, with 285 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 66.48%. The male literacy rate is 74.74%, while the female literacy rate is 57.03%.