Dhar Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Dhar Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dhar Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Gaon is 042850. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.08 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Dhar Gaon 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Gaon village had a total population of 406 people, including 188 males and 218 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.23%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 53.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 406 | 188 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 140 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 48 | 115 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Dhar Gaon is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dhar Gaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 2-5 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 Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhar Gaon?
Dhar Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhar Gaon?
The pincode of Dhar Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Dhar Gaon?
Dhar Gaon had a total population of 406, including 188 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Gaon?
Dhar Gaon had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Gaon was 70.23%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 53.65%.