Dharar - Amritsar -I, Amritsar
Dharar is a village situated in the Amritsar -I tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar -i and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Dharar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharar is 037539. The village covers a total geographical area of 742 hectares and falls under the 143115 pincode. Jandiala is the nearest town.
Dharar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jandiala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharar
As per Census 2011, Dharar village has a total population of 3,704 people, consisting of 1,955 males and 1,749 females. The village has 669 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,399 literate and 1,305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,704 | 1,955 | 1,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 215 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,596 | 833 | 763 |
| Literate Population | 2,399 | 1,338 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,305 | 617 | 688 |
Nearby Villages of Dharar
Dharar 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 Dharar
Dharar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Amritsar to Dharar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharar
Where is Dharar located?
Dharar village is located in Amritsar -I Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharar?
Dharar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharar?
The pincode of Dharar is 143115.
What is the population of Dharar?
Dharar has a total population of 3,704, including 1,955 males and 1,749 females.
How many households are there in Dharar?
There are 669 households in Dharar.
What is the literacy rate in Dharar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharar is 64.77%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 60.66%.