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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar village had a total population of 195 people, including 98 males and 97 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 69.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 195, including 98 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dhar?
Dhar had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar was 74.27%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 69.41%.