Dhar
Dhar is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhar unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur 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 031301. The village spans a total geographical area of 165 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144216. Talwara is nearest town to Dhar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhar
Population of Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar has a total population of about 1,052, with approximately 529 males and 523 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 157 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 74.05%, with male literacy at about 79.02% and female literacy near 69.02%. There are around 207 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.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 779 | 418 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 111 | 162 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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 Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, 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 pincode of Dhar?
- The pincode of Dhar is 144216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhar is 1,052, with 529 males and 523 females.
- How many households are there in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhar village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhar is 74.05%. The male literacy rate is 79.02%, while the female literacy rate is 69.02%.