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.

Here you can discover what makes Dhar unique in its vibrant Aundha-Hingoli region. You’ll see Dhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

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Population of Dhar

According to the 2011 Census, Dhar has a total population of about 1,113, with approximately 576 males and 537 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.92%, with male literacy at about 67.88% and female literacy near 53.45%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.