Dhapoli - Kanda, Bageshwar
Dhapoli is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhapoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhapoli is 050727. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.34 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dhapoli 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 Dhapoli
According to the 2011 Census, Dhapoli village had a total population of 265 people, including 119 males and 146 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,227 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.99%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 66.15%.
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 | 265 | 119 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 17 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dhapoli
Dhapoli 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 Dhapoli
Dhapoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Dhapoli is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhapoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhapoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhapoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhapoli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhapoli
Where is Dhapoli located?
Dhapoli village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhapoli?
Dhapoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhapoli?
The pincode of Dhapoli is 263631.
What is the population of Dhapoli?
Dhapoli had a total population of 265, including 119 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Dhapoli?
Dhapoli had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhapoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhapoli was 78.99%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 66.15%.