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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Dhanar village has a total population of 68 people, consisting of 35 males and 33 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| 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 has a total population of 68, including 35 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Dhanar?
There are 20 households in Dhanar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanar is 48.53%. Male literacy is 62.86% and female literacy is 33.33%.