Dhanar
Dhanar is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Thanga is the gram panchayat of Dhanar village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhanar unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Dhanar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhanar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanar is 050840. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Dhanar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhanar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhanar
Population of Dhanar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanar has a total population of about 68, with approximately 35 males and 33 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.53%, with male literacy at about 62.86% and female literacy near 33.33%. There are around 20 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Connectivity of Dhanar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanar
- Where is Dhanar located?
- Dhanar village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhanar is Thanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhanar?
- The pincode of Dhanar is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanar is 68, with 35 males and 33 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanar village has a total of 20 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanar is 48.53%. The male literacy rate is 62.86%, while the female literacy rate is 33.33%.