Dhar Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Dhar Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 93 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Rayat Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Gaon is 044188. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.25 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Dhar Gaon village has a total population of 36 people, consisting of 24 males and 12 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 500 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 10 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 20 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
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
Dhar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Mussoorie to Dhar Gaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dhar Gaon is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhar Gaon
Where is Dhar Gaon located?
Dhar Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Gaon is Rayat Gaon.
What is the pincode of Dhar Gaon?
The pincode of Dhar Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Dhar Gaon?
Dhar Gaon has a total population of 36, including 24 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Gaon?
There are 7 households in Dhar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Gaon is 72.22%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 50.00%.