Dhola Gaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Dhola Gaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Nagharmajila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhola Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhola Gaon is 050736. The village covers a total geographical area of 4.26 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dhola Gaon 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 Dhola Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhola Gaon village had a total population of 247 people, including 122 males and 125 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.98%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115.
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 | 247 | 122 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 102 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 20 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dhola Gaon
Dhola Gaon 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 Dhola Gaon
Dhola Gaon 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 Dhola Gaon is about 29 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 Dhola Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhola Gaon 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 Dhola Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhola Gaon 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 Dhola Gaon
Where is Dhola Gaon located?
Dhola Gaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhola Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhola Gaon is Nagharmajila.
What is the pincode of Dhola Gaon?
The pincode of Dhola Gaon is 263631.
What is the population of Dhola Gaon?
Dhola Gaon had a total population of 247, including 122 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Dhola Gaon?
Dhola Gaon had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhola Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhola Gaon was 84.98%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.17%.