Dhaula - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Dhaula is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhaulaa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaula is 050570. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.15 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Dhaula 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 Dhaula
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaula village had a total population of 196 people, including 99 males and 97 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.41%, with male literacy at 97.50% and female literacy at 79.76%.
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 | 196 | 99 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaula
Dhaula 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 Dhaula
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhaula.
| 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 Dhaula is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhaula
Where is Dhaula located?
Dhaula village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaula is Dhaulaa.
What is the pincode of Dhaula?
The pincode of Dhaula is 263632.
What is the population of Dhaula?
Dhaula had a total population of 196, including 99 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dhaula?
Dhaula had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaula was 88.41%. Male literacy was 97.50% and female literacy was 79.76%.