Dher

Dher is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dher village is also a gram panchayat.

Dher has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dher

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dher is 038346. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140133. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Dher village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dher

Below is a concise population overview of Dher as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,366 1,226 1,140
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 188 108 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 390 206 184
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,730 945 785
Illiterate Population 636 281 355

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dher village:

  • The total population of Dher village is around 2,366, including approximately 1,226 males and 1,140 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Dher village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dher village has 390 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dher village is about 73.12%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 68.86%.
  • There are around 462 households in Dher village.

Connectivity of Dher

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dher. As per the 2011 stats, Dher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dher

Knowing the nearby villages of Dher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dher.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dher

Where is Dher located?
Dher village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dher?
Dher serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dher?
The pincode of Dher is 140133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dher is 2,366, with 1,226 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Dher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dher village has a total of 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dher is 73.12%. The male literacy rate is 77.08%, while the female literacy rate is 68.86%.