Dohar - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Dohar is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Dohar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohar is 031286. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Dohar 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 Dohar
According to the 2011 Census, Dohar village had a total population of 1,315 people, including 689 males and 626 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.22%, with male literacy at 94.23% and female literacy at 85.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 1,315 | 689 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 572 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 117 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Dohar
Dohar 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 Dohar
Dohar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Dohar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dohar
Where is Dohar located?
Dohar village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dohar?
Dohar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dohar?
The pincode of Dohar is 144532.
What is the population of Dohar?
Dohar had a total population of 1,315, including 689 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Dohar?
Dohar had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohar was 90.22%. Male literacy was 94.23% and female literacy was 85.87%.