Dhanigaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Dhanigaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Saniudiyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanigaon is 050777. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.24 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhanigaon 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 Dhanigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanigaon village had a total population of 34 people, including 14 males and 20 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 76.47%.
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 | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanigaon
Dhanigaon 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 Dhanigaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dhanigaon.
| 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 Dhanigaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanigaon
Where is Dhanigaon located?
Dhanigaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhanigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanigaon is Saniudiyar.
What is the pincode of Dhanigaon?
The pincode of Dhanigaon is 263631.
What is the population of Dhanigaon?
Dhanigaon had a total population of 34, including 14 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Dhanigaon?
Dhanigaon had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanigaon was 79.31%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 76.47%.