Dehar - Kukshi, Dhar
Dehar is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Dehar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehar is 475470. The village covers a total geographical area of 1288.95 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dehar
As per Census 2011, Dehar village has a total population of 2,062 people, consisting of 1,028 males and 1,034 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 813 literate and 1,249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,852 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,062 | 1,028 | 1,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 208 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,852 | 923 | 929 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 506 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 522 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Dehar
Dehar 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 Dehar
Dehar 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 | 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 Kukshi to Dehar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dehar is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dehar
Where is Dehar located?
Dehar village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehar?
Dehar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehar?
The pincode of Dehar is 454331.
What is the population of Dehar?
Dehar has a total population of 2,062, including 1,028 males and 1,034 females.
How many households are there in Dehar?
There are 421 households in Dehar.
What is the literacy rate in Dehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehar is 39.43%. Male literacy is 49.22% and female literacy is 29.69%.