Dhar Gaon - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Dhar Gaon is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from Kotdwara and around 157 km from Pauri. Char serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Gaon is 048416. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.63 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Dhar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Gaon village had a total population of 269 people, including 132 males and 137 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.09%, with male literacy at 89.91% and female literacy at 70.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 269 | 132 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 34 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Gaon
Dhar Gaon 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 Gaon
Public transport in the Dhar Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Dhar Gaon is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Dhar Gaon is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Gaon 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 Gaon
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 Gaon 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 Gaon
Where is Dhar Gaon located?
Dhar Gaon village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Gaon is Char.
What is the pincode of Dhar Gaon?
The pincode of Dhar Gaon is 246149.
What is the population of Dhar Gaon?
Dhar Gaon had a total population of 269, including 132 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Gaon?
Dhar Gaon had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Gaon was 80.09%. Male literacy was 89.91% and female literacy was 70.94%.