Dharor - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Dharor is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Dharaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharor is 033506. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 141120 pincode. Sahnewal is the nearest town.
Dharor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharor
According to the 2011 Census, Dharor village had a total population of 2,715 people, including 1,429 males and 1,286 females, living in 512 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.28%, with male literacy at 89.88% and female literacy at 78.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,223.
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 | 2,715 | 1,429 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 144 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,223 | 647 | 576 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,075 | 1,155 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 274 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Dharor
Dharor 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 Dharor
Dharor 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Dharor is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharor
Where is Dharor located?
Dharor village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharor?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharor is Dharaur.
What is the pincode of Dharor?
The pincode of Dharor is 141120.
What is the population of Dharor?
Dharor had a total population of 2,715, including 1,429 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Dharor?
Dharor had 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharor was 84.28%. Male literacy was 89.88% and female literacy was 78.16%.