Dahar - Chaksu, Jaipur
Dahar is a village situated in the Chaksu tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaksu and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Dahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahar is 080992. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.31 hectares and falls under the 303903 pincode. Chaksu is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaksu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahar
As per Census 2011, Dahar village has a total population of 661 people, consisting of 352 males and 309 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 661 | 352 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 265 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 87 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Dahar
Dahar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salagrampura | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Roopniwas@thooni | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Bhawanipura | North | 1.85 km |
| Nangal Pooran | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Khajalpura | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Gopirampura | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Dadanpura | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Barkhera | West | 2.77 km |
| Hukkan | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Lakhawas | South | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dahar
Dahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shivdaspura Padampura, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chaksu to Dahar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Dahar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dahar
Where is Dahar located?
Dahar village is located in Chaksu Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahar?
Dahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dahar?
The pincode of Dahar is 303903.
What is the population of Dahar?
Dahar has a total population of 661, including 352 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Dahar?
There are 101 households in Dahar.
What is the literacy rate in Dahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahar is 70.95%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 66.02%.