Dehar - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Dehar is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dehar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehar is 028896. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 143512 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Dehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehar
According to the 2011 Census, Dehar village had a total population of 1,732 people, including 911 males and 821 females, living in 336 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.86%, with male literacy at 75.16% and female literacy at 57.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,732 | 911 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 599 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 312 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Dehar
Dehar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Fattupur | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Khawaza Wardag | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Ransikey Talla | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Ali Nangal | West | 2.27 km |
| Dhilwan | South | 2.28 km |
| Doburji | North | 2.51 km |
| Jiwan Nangal | West | 2.79 km |
| Nabi Nagar | North | 2.89 km |
| Arli Bhan | East | 3.05 km |
| Malakpur | South-East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dehar
Dehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dehar is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dehar
Where is Dehar located?
Dehar village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, 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 143512.
What is the population of Dehar?
Dehar had a total population of 1,732, including 911 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Dehar?
Dehar had 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehar was 66.86%. Male literacy was 75.16% and female literacy was 57.73%.