Dhaniyar - Shama, Bageshwar
Dhaniyar is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Kapkot and around 66 km from Bageshwar. Lathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaniyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaniyar is 050647. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.48 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Dhaniyar 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 Dhaniyar
As per Census 2011, Dhaniyar village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 64 males and 69 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaniyar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 13 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaniyar
Dhaniyar 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 Dhaniyar
Dhaniyar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhaniyar is about 66 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 Dhaniyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaniyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaniyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaniyar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhaniyar
Where is Dhaniyar located?
Dhaniyar village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaniyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaniyar is Lathi.
What is the pincode of Dhaniyar?
The pincode of Dhaniyar is 263633.
What is the population of Dhaniyar?
Dhaniyar has a total population of 133, including 64 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Dhaniyar?
There are 31 households in Dhaniyar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaniyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaniyar is 66.17%. Male literacy is 79.69% and female literacy is 53.62%.