Dadhuli - Ranikhet, Almora
Dadhuli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dadhuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadhuli is 052372. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.83 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dadhuli 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadhuli
According to the 2011 Census, Dadhuli village had a total population of 160 people, including 70 males and 90 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.21%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.31%.
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 | 160 | 70 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 6 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Dadhuli
Dadhuli 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 Dadhuli
Public transport in the Dadhuli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Dadhuli is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dadhuli is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadhuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadhuli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dadhuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadhuli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadhuli
Where is Dadhuli located?
Dadhuli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dadhuli?
Dadhuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadhuli?
The pincode of Dadhuli is 263663.
What is the population of Dadhuli?
Dadhuli had a total population of 160, including 70 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Dadhuli?
Dadhuli had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadhuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadhuli was 86.21%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.31%.