Ukhal Dhar - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Ukhal Dhar is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Batalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ukhal Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ukhal Dhar is 050639. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.74 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ukhal Dhar 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 Ukhal Dhar
As per Census 2011, Ukhal Dhar village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 67 males and 70 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ukhal Dhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 17 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Ukhal Dhar
Ukhal Dhar 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 Ukhal Dhar
Ukhal Dhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ukhal Dhar is about 21 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 Ukhal Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ukhal Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ukhal Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ukhal Dhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ukhal Dhar
Where is Ukhal Dhar located?
Ukhal Dhar village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ukhal Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ukhal Dhar is Batalgaon.
What is the pincode of Ukhal Dhar?
The pincode of Ukhal Dhar is 263619.
What is the population of Ukhal Dhar?
Ukhal Dhar has a total population of 137, including 67 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Ukhal Dhar?
There are 31 households in Ukhal Dhar.
What is the literacy rate in Ukhal Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ukhal Dhar is 57.66%. Male literacy is 74.63% and female literacy is 41.43%.