Dhamera - Jalali, Almora
Dhamera is a village situated in the Jalali tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Dwarahat and around 130 km from Almora. Dhameda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamera is 052596. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.14 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhamera 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 Dhamera
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamera village had a total population of 356 people, including 159 males and 197 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,239 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.74%, with male literacy at 91.85% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 356 | 159 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 35 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamera
Dhamera 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 Dhamera
Public transport in the Dhamera is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhamera is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dhamera is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhamera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamera 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamera
Where is Dhamera located?
Dhamera village is located in Jalali Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhamera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamera is Dhameda.
What is the pincode of Dhamera?
The pincode of Dhamera is 263653.
What is the population of Dhamera?
Dhamera had a total population of 356, including 159 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Dhamera?
Dhamera had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamera was 77.74%. Male literacy was 91.85% and female literacy was 67.39%.