Dhakola - Dhampur, Bijnor
Dhakola is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Ibrahimpursado serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhakola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakola is 113280. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.57 hectares and falls under the 246733 pincode.
Dhakola 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 Nehtaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhakola
According to the 2011 Census, Dhakola village had a total population of 580 people, including 297 males and 283 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.57%, with male literacy at 67.80% and female literacy at 55.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 580 | 297 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 160 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 137 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakola
Dhakola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ibrahimpur Sadho | South-West | 0.75 km |
| Phulsanda Hira | East | 0.93 km |
| Alipur Damodar | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Aurang Shahpur Gangadhar | West | 1.60 km |
| Jagannath Pur | North | 1.68 km |
| Dhakoli | South | 1.71 km |
| Mujaffarpur Devidas | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Mahmudpur Narayan | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Mahmudpur Bhavta | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Raypur Bega | South | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhakola
Dhakola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagina, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bijnor to Dhakola is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhakola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhakola
Where is Dhakola located?
Dhakola village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhakola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhakola is Ibrahimpursado.
What is the pincode of Dhakola?
The pincode of Dhakola is 246733.
What is the population of Dhakola?
Dhakola had a total population of 580, including 297 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Dhakola?
Dhakola had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakola was 61.57%. Male literacy was 67.80% and female literacy was 55.32%.