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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Dhakola village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 297 males and 283 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhakola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 297 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| 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 has a total population of 580, including 297 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Dhakola?
There are 104 households in Dhakola.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakola is 50.00%. Male literacy is 53.87% and female literacy is 45.94%.