Dhar Kalan

Dhar Kalan is a village located in Dhar Kalan tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Dhar Kalan. Dhar Kalan is the sub-district headquarter of Dhar Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Dhar Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhar Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhar Kalan is 027392. The village spans a total geographical area of 803 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145021. Pathankot is nearest town to Dhar Kalan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhar Kalan

Below is a concise population overview of Dhar Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,411 721 690
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 159 78 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) 246 124 122
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,035 555 480
Illiterate Population 376 166 210

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhar Kalan village:

  • The total population of Dhar Kalan village is around 1,411, including approximately 721 males and 690 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Dhar Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhar Kalan village has 246 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhar Kalan village is about 73.35%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 69.57%.
  • There are around 266 households in Dhar Kalan village.

Connectivity of Dhar Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhar Kalan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhar Kalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhar Kalan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhar Kalan

Where is Dhar Kalan located?
Dhar Kalan village is situated in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Kalan?
Dhar Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhar Kalan?
The pincode of Dhar Kalan is 145021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhar Kalan is 1,411, with 721 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhar Kalan village has a total of 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar Kalan is 73.35%. The male literacy rate is 76.98%, while the female literacy rate is 69.57%.