Dhankholi - Ranikhet, Almora
Dhankholi is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dhankholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhankholi is 052286. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.87 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dhankholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhankholi
As per Census 2011, Dhankholi village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 114 males and 133 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhankholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 114 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 34 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Dhankholi
Dhankholi 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 Dhankholi
Dhankholi 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 Ranikhet to Dhankholi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dhankholi is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhankholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhankholi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhankholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhankholi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhankholi
Where is Dhankholi located?
Dhankholi village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhankholi?
Dhankholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhankholi?
The pincode of Dhankholi is 263652.
What is the population of Dhankholi?
Dhankholi has a total population of 247, including 114 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Dhankholi?
There are 65 households in Dhankholi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhankholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhankholi is 63.16%. Male literacy is 70.18% and female literacy is 57.14%.