Dhamuk Gunth - Someshwar, Almora
Dhamuk Gunth is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Lakhnari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamuk Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamuk Gunth is 053313. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.74 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Dhamuk Gunth 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamuk Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamuk Gunth village had a total population of 75 people, including 33 males and 42 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.06%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 60.98%.
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 | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 4 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamuk Gunth
Dhamuk Gunth 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 Dhamuk Gunth
Public transport in the Dhamuk Gunth is mainly available through bus 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 Almora to Dhamuk Gunth is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamuk Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamuk Gunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamuk Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamuk Gunth 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhamuk Gunth
Where is Dhamuk Gunth located?
Dhamuk Gunth village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhamuk Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamuk Gunth is Lakhnari.
What is the pincode of Dhamuk Gunth?
The pincode of Dhamuk Gunth is 263638.
What is the population of Dhamuk Gunth?
Dhamuk Gunth had a total population of 75, including 33 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Dhamuk Gunth?
Dhamuk Gunth had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamuk Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamuk Gunth was 76.06%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 60.98%.