Dham Dev - Gairsain, Chamoli
Dham Dev is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dham Dev village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dham Dev is 042041. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.57 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Dham Dev village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dham Dev
According to the 2011 Census, Dham Dev village had a total population of 237 people, including 100 males and 137 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,370 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.15%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 78.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 237 | 100 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 76 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dham Dev
Dham Dev 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 Dham Dev
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Dham Dev.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Dham Dev is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dham Dev is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dham Dev
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dham Dev village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dham Dev
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dham Dev 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dham Dev
Where is Dham Dev located?
Dham Dev village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dham Dev?
The Gram Panchayat of Dham Dev is Kot.
What is the pincode of Dham Dev?
The pincode of Dham Dev is 246486.
What is the population of Dham Dev?
Dham Dev had a total population of 237, including 100 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Dham Dev?
Dham Dev had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dham Dev?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dham Dev was 86.15%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 78.63%.