Dharam Gaon - Dwarahat, Almora
Dharam Gaon is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dharam Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharam Gaon is 052700. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.93 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Dharam Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharam Gaon
As per Census 2011, Dharam Gaon village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 171 males and 171 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharam Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 171 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 149 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 22 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dharam Gaon
Dharam Gaon 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 Dharam Gaon
Dharam Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dwarahat to Dharam Gaon is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dharam Gaon is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharam Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharam Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharam Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharam Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharam Gaon
Where is Dharam Gaon located?
Dharam Gaon village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharam Gaon?
Dharam Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharam Gaon?
The pincode of Dharam Gaon is 263653.
What is the population of Dharam Gaon?
Dharam Gaon has a total population of 342, including 171 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Dharam Gaon?
There are 71 households in Dharam Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dharam Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharam Gaon is 80.41%. Male literacy is 87.13% and female literacy is 73.68%.