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 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 Dhanigaon
As per Census 2011, Dhanigaon village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 14 males and 20 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,428 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 34, including 14 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Dhanigaon?
There are 8 households in Dhanigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanigaon is 67.65%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 65.00%.