Dhapti
Dhapti is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Dhapti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhapti unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Dhapti’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhapti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhapti is 050715. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Dhapti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhapti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhapti
Population of Dhapti
According to the 2011 Census, Dhapti has a total population of about 530, with approximately 217 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 1442 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 50 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.30%, with male literacy at about 76.96% and female literacy near 62.30%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhapti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 217 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 362 | 167 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 50 | 118 |
Connectivity of Dhapti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhapti. As per the 2011 stats, Dhapti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhapti
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhapti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhapti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhapti
- Where is Dhapti located?
- Dhapti village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhapti?
- Dhapti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhapti?
- The pincode of Dhapti is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhapti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhapti is 530, with 217 males and 313 females.
- How many households are there in Dhapti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhapti village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhapti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhapti is 68.30%. The male literacy rate is 76.96%, while the female literacy rate is 62.30%.