Divadhar - Gairsain, Chamoli
Divadhar is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Diwadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Divadhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Divadhar is 042028. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.85 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Divadhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Divadhar
According to the 2011 Census, Divadhar village had a total population of 322 people, including 143 males and 179 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,252 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.54%, with male literacy at 97.39% and female literacy at 65.28%.
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 | 322 | 143 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 112 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 31 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Divadhar
Divadhar 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 Divadhar
Divadhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Divadhar is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Divadhar is about 111 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 Divadhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Divadhar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Divadhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Divadhar 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 Divadhar
Where is Divadhar located?
Divadhar village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Divadhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Divadhar is Diwadhar.
What is the pincode of Divadhar?
The pincode of Divadhar is 246486.
What is the population of Divadhar?
Divadhar had a total population of 322, including 143 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Divadhar?
Divadhar had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Divadhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Divadhar was 79.54%. Male literacy was 97.39% and female literacy was 65.28%.