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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar village had a total population of 534 people, including 285 males and 249 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.17%, with male literacy at 88.38% and female literacy at 64.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Dhar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dhar is Nah.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 185156.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar had a total population of 534, including 285 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 77.17%. Male literacy was 88.38% and female literacy was 64.84%.