Dharkuna - Bageshwar
Dharkuna is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Simalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharkuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharkuna is 051124. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.81 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dharkuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharkuna
As per Census 2011, Dharkuna village has a total population of 26 people, consisting of 14 males and 12 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 7 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharkuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Dharkuna
Dharkuna 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 Dharkuna
Public transport in the Dharkuna is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Dharkuna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharkuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharkuna 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharkuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharkuna 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharkuna
Where is Dharkuna located?
Dharkuna village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharkuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharkuna is Simalgaon.
What is the pincode of Dharkuna?
The pincode of Dharkuna is 263628.
What is the population of Dharkuna?
Dharkuna has a total population of 26, including 14 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Dharkuna?
There are 5 households in Dharkuna.
What is the literacy rate in Dharkuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharkuna is 73.08%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 66.67%.