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.
Here you can discover what makes Dher unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Dher’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 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.
Google Map of Dher
Population of Dher
According to the 2011 Census, Dher has a total population of about 2,366, with approximately 1,226 males and 1,140 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 390 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 73.12%, with male literacy at about 77.08% and female literacy near 68.86%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.