Dharara - Doda
Dharara is a village situated in the Doda tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Doda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sharerna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharara is 004206. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.8 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dharara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharara
According to the 2011 Census, Dharara village had a total population of 327 people, including 165 males and 162 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 89.93% and female literacy at 55.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 327 | 165 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 77 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 125 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 40 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Dharara
Dharara 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 Dharara
Public transport in the Dharara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Dharara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharara 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 Dharara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharara 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 Dharara
Where is Dharara located?
Dharara village is located in Doda Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharara is Sharerna.
What is the pincode of Dharara?
The pincode of Dharara is 182201.
What is the population of Dharara?
Dharara had a total population of 327, including 165 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Dharara?
Dharara had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharara was 72.50%. Male literacy was 89.93% and female literacy was 55.32%.