Dher - Billawar, Kathua
Dher is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Dhar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dher is 001705. The village covers a total geographical area of 654 hectares and falls under the 184203 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dher
According to the 2011 Census, Dher village had a total population of 2,923 people, including 1,527 males and 1,396 females, living in 617 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.94%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 62.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 440, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 2,923 | 1,527 | 1,396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 206 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 228 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,823 | 1,068 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,100 | 459 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Dher
Dher 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 Dher
Dher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Dher is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Dher 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 Dher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dher
Where is Dher located?
Dher village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dher?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dher is Dhar.
What is the pincode of Dher?
The pincode of Dher is 184203.
What is the population of Dher?
Dher had a total population of 2,923, including 1,527 males and 1,396 females.
How many households are there in Dher?
Dher had 617 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dher was 71.94%. Male literacy was 80.85% and female literacy was 62.24%.