Dhamkar

Dhamkar is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Dhamkar village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhamkar has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhamkar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhamkar is 041868. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246440. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Dhamkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Dhamkar

Below is a concise population overview of Dhamkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 299 124 175
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 22 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 233 101 132
Illiterate Population 66 23 43

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhamkar village:

  • The total population of Dhamkar village is around 299, including approximately 124 males and 175 females, with a sex ratio of 1411 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Dhamkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dhamkar village is about 77.93%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 75.43%.
  • There are around 72 households in Dhamkar village.

Connectivity of Dhamkar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhamkar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhamkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhamkar

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhamkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhamkar.

Bhandar Sera Thapali Nagali Simali Laga Nagali Pajyana Kumar Syalkot Jaim Bhalason Urf Jhurkande Ritha Mangari Dugda Sera Randoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhamkar

Where is Dhamkar located?
Dhamkar village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamkar?
Dhamkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhamkar?
The pincode of Dhamkar is 246440, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhamkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhamkar is 299, with 124 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Dhamkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhamkar village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhamkar is 77.93%. The male literacy rate is 81.45%, while the female literacy rate is 75.43%.