Danpau - Bhikiasain, Almora
Danpau is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Bhikiyasain and around 82 km from Almora. Danpoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danpau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danpau is 051775. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.16 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Danpau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danpau
As per Census 2011, Danpau village has a total population of 1,075 people, consisting of 541 males and 534 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danpau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,075 | 541 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 63 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 152 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 452 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 89 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Danpau
Danpau 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 Danpau
Public transport in the Danpau 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 Ramnagar to Danpau is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Danpau is about 82 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 Danpau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danpau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Danpau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danpau 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danpau
Where is Danpau located?
Danpau village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danpau?
The Gram Panchayat of Danpau is Danpoo.
What is the pincode of Danpau?
The pincode of Danpau is 263646.
What is the population of Danpau?
Danpau has a total population of 1,075, including 541 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Danpau?
There are 249 households in Danpau.
What is the literacy rate in Danpau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danpau is 73.67%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 63.67%.