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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhairagaon
As per Census 2011, Dhairagaon village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 23 males and 35 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,521 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 20 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhairagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 23 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 58, including 23 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Dhairagaon?
There are 13 households in Dhairagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhairagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhairagaon is 65.52%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 62.86%.