Dhukra - Garud, Bageshwar
Dhukra is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jaisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhukra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhukra is 051365. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.17 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhukra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhukra
According to the 2011 Census, Dhukra village had a total population of 282 people, including 112 males and 170 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,518 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 95.70% and female literacy at 64.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 282 | 112 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 23 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Dhukra
Dhukra 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 Dhukra
Dhukra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Dhukra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhukra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhukra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhukra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhukra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhukra
Where is Dhukra located?
Dhukra village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhukra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhukra is Jaisar.
What is the pincode of Dhukra?
The pincode of Dhukra is 263641.
What is the population of Dhukra?
Dhukra had a total population of 282, including 112 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Dhukra?
Dhukra had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhukra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhukra was 76.79%. Male literacy was 95.70% and female literacy was 64.58%.