Dank - Garud, Bageshwar
Dank is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhol Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dank village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dank is 051291. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.72 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Dank village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dank
According to the 2011 Census, Dank village had a total population of 186 people, including 78 males and 108 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,385 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.58%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 71.26%.
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 | 186 | 78 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 62 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 16 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dank
Dank 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 Dank
Dank is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Dank is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dank
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dank 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dank
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dank village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dank
Where is Dank located?
Dank village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dank?
The Gram Panchayat of Dank is Dhol Gaon.
What is the pincode of Dank?
The pincode of Dank is 263641.
What is the population of Dank?
Dank had a total population of 186, including 78 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Dank?
Dank had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dank?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dank was 81.58%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 71.26%.