Dhapti - Kanda, Bageshwar
Dhapti is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhapti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhapti is 050715. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.13 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dhapti 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 Dhapti
As per Census 2011, Dhapti village has a total population of 530 people, consisting of 217 males and 313 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,442 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhapti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 217 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 167 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 50 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Dhapti
Dhapti 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 Dhapti
Dhapti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Dhapti is about 33 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 Dhapti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhapti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhapti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhapti 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 Dhapti
Where is Dhapti located?
Dhapti village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhapti?
Dhapti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhapti?
The pincode of Dhapti is 263640.
What is the population of Dhapti?
Dhapti has a total population of 530, including 217 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Dhapti?
There are 126 households in Dhapti.
What is the literacy rate in Dhapti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhapti is 68.30%. Male literacy is 76.96% and female literacy is 62.30%.