Dhar Kalan - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Dhar Kalan is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 68 km from Gurdaspur. Bhoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Kalan is 027392. The village covers a total geographical area of 803 hectares and falls under the 145001 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Dhar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Dhar Kalan village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 721 males and 690 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,035 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 721 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 555 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 166 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Kalan
Dhar Kalan 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 Kalan
Dhar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Dhar Kalan is about 68 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 Dhar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Kalan 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 Dhar Kalan
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 Kalan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhar Kalan
Where is Dhar Kalan located?
Dhar Kalan village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Kalan is Bhoon.
What is the pincode of Dhar Kalan?
The pincode of Dhar Kalan is 145001.
What is the population of Dhar Kalan?
Dhar Kalan has a total population of 1,411, including 721 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Kalan?
There are 266 households in Dhar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Kalan is 73.35%. Male literacy is 76.98% and female literacy is 69.57%.