Dhairagaon - Sult, Almora
Dhairagaon is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Rarnthmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhairagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhairagaon is 052135. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.75 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Dhairagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhairagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhairagaon village had a total population of 58 people, including 23 males and 35 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,522 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.51%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 68.75%.
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 | 58 | 23 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dhairagaon
Dhairagaon 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 Dhairagaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dhairagaon.
| 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 Ramnagar to Dhairagaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dhairagaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhairagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhairagaon 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 Dhairagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhairagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhairagaon
Where is Dhairagaon located?
Dhairagaon village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhairagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhairagaon is Rarnthmal.
What is the pincode of Dhairagaon?
The pincode of Dhairagaon is 263676.
What is the population of Dhairagaon?
Dhairagaon had a total population of 58, including 23 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Dhairagaon?
Dhairagaon had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhairagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhairagaon was 74.51%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 68.75%.