Dhar Shivghar - Chenani, Udhampur
Dhar Shivghar is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Kosar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Shivghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Shivghar is 004992. The village covers a total geographical area of 5002.4 hectares and falls under the 182142 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhar Shivghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhar Shivghar
As per Census 2011, Dhar Shivghar village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 174 males and 182 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 216 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar Shivghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 174 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 113 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 62 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 112 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Shivghar
Dhar Shivghar 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 Shivghar
Public transport in the Dhar Shivghar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Dhar Shivghar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Dhar Shivghar is about 58 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 Shivghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Shivghar 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 Dhar Shivghar
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 Shivghar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhar Shivghar
Where is Dhar Shivghar located?
Dhar Shivghar village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Shivghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Shivghar is Kosar.
What is the pincode of Dhar Shivghar?
The pincode of Dhar Shivghar is 182142.
What is the population of Dhar Shivghar?
Dhar Shivghar has a total population of 356, including 174 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Shivghar?
There are 66 households in Dhar Shivghar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Shivghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Shivghar is 26.69%. Male literacy is 35.63% and female literacy is 18.13%.