Dhanar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Dhanar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Thanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanar is 050840. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.63 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dhanar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanar village had a total population of 68 people, including 35 males and 33 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.00%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 36.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanar
Dhanar 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 Dhanar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dhanar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Dhanar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanar 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 Dhanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanar
Where is Dhanar located?
Dhanar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanar is Thanga.
What is the pincode of Dhanar?
The pincode of Dhanar is 263631.
What is the population of Dhanar?
Dhanar had a total population of 68, including 35 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Dhanar?
Dhanar had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanar was 55.00%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 36.67%.