Dhaspar - Bhanoli, Almora
Dhaspar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ghusper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaspar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaspar is 053590. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.06 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Dhaspar 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaspar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaspar village had a total population of 204 people, including 98 males and 106 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.07%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 62.00%.
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 | 204 | 98 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 20 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaspar
Dhaspar 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 Dhaspar
Dhaspar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Almora to Dhaspar is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaspar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaspar 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 Dhaspar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaspar 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 Dhaspar
Where is Dhaspar located?
Dhaspar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhaspar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaspar is Ghusper.
What is the pincode of Dhaspar?
The pincode of Dhaspar is 263623.
What is the population of Dhaspar?
Dhaspar had a total population of 204, including 98 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Dhaspar?
Dhaspar had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaspar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaspar was 74.07%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 62.00%.