Dhar - Khour, Jammu
Dhar is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Ak\hnoor and around 60 km from Jammu. Platan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 005557. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.7 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
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 Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar village had a total population of 122 people, including 66 males and 56 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.79%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 83.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 15 | 15 |
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
Dhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khour to Dhar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Dhar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Platan.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 181203.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar had a total population of 122, including 66 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 86.79%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 83.67%.