Dhaura - Lamgada, Almora
Dhaura is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Almora and around 40 km from Almora. Gutholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaura is 053210. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.73 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhaura 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 Dhaura
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaura village had a total population of 119 people, including 55 males and 64 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 93.48% and female literacy at 74.07%.
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 | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaura
Dhaura 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 Dhaura
Dhaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Dhaura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhaura
Where is Dhaura located?
Dhaura village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaura is Gutholi.
What is the pincode of Dhaura?
The pincode of Dhaura is 263625.
What is the population of Dhaura?
Dhaura had a total population of 119, including 55 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Dhaura?
Dhaura had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaura was 83.00%. Male literacy was 93.48% and female literacy was 74.07%.