Dabhar - Dwarahat, Almora
Dabhar is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bayala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabhar is 052620. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dabhar 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dabhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dabhar village had a total population of 17 people, including 7 males and 10 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Dabhar
Dabhar 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 Dabhar
Public transport in the Dabhar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Dabhar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dabhar is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dabhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabhar 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 Dabhar
Where is Dabhar located?
Dabhar village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dabhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabhar is Bayala.
What is the pincode of Dabhar?
The pincode of Dabhar is 263653.
What is the population of Dabhar?
Dabhar had a total population of 17, including 7 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Dabhar?
Dabhar had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dabhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabhar was 73.33%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 62.50%.