Dholara - Someshwar, Almora
Dholara is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dholra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dholara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dholara is 053259. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.98 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dholara 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 Dholara
According to the 2011 Census, Dholara village had a total population of 317 people, including 147 males and 170 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.07%, with male literacy at 91.13% and female literacy at 78.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 317 | 147 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 34 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Dholara
Dholara 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 Dholara
Dholara 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 Almora to Dholara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dholara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dholara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dholara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dholara 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 Dholara
Where is Dholara located?
Dholara village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dholara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dholara is Dholra.
What is the pincode of Dholara?
The pincode of Dholara is 263637.
What is the population of Dholara?
Dholara had a total population of 317, including 147 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Dholara?
Dholara had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dholara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dholara was 84.07%. Male literacy was 91.13% and female literacy was 78.08%.