Dhar - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Dhar is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Dhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 031301. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 529 males and 523 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.77%, with male literacy at 90.28% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 1,052 | 529 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 66 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 70 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 418 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 111 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar
Dhar 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 Dhar
Dhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Dhar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhar?
Dhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 144532.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar had a total population of 1,052, including 529 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 84.77%. Male literacy was 90.28% and female literacy was 79.17%.