Dhar - Bhanoli, Almora
Dhar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar is 053603. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.2 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar
As per Census 2011, Dhar village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 98 males and 97 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 30 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar
Dhar 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
Public transport in the Dhar is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Dhar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar
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 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 Dhar
Where is Dhar located?
Dhar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar?
Dhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhar?
The pincode of Dhar is 263622.
What is the population of Dhar?
Dhar has a total population of 195, including 98 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
There are 27 households in Dhar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar is 65.13%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 60.82%.