Dhar - Beri Pattan, Rajouri
Dhar is a village situated in the Beri Pattan tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 47 km from Sunderbani and around 88 km from Rajouri. Nah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 001647. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.6 hectares and falls under the 185156 pincode.
Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhar
As per Census 2011, Dhar village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 285 males and 249 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajouri to Dhar is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Beri Pattan Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar is Nah.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 185156.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar has a total population of 534, including 285 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
There are 138 households in Dhar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar is 66.48%. Male literacy is 74.74% and female literacy is 57.03%.