Dhar
Dhar is a village located in Aundha tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Aundha (nagnath) (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Dhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Dhar has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhar is 546097. The village spans a total geographical area of 299.71 hectares. Jintur is nearest town to Dhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhar
Population of Dhar
Below is a concise population overview of Dhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,113 | 576 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 114 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 678 | 391 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 185 | 250 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhar village:
- The total population of Dhar village is around 1,113, including approximately 576 males and 537 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Dhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dhar village has 55 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dhar village is about 60.92%, with male literacy at 67.88% and female literacy at 53.45%.
- There are around 198 households in Dhar village.
Connectivity of Dhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar
- Where is Dhar located?
- Dhar village is situated in Aundha Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
- Dhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhar is 1,113, with 576 males and 537 females.
- How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 60.92%. The male literacy rate is 67.88%, while the female literacy rate is 53.45%.