Dang Dhar - Jilasu, Chamoli
Dang Dhar is a village situated in the Jilasu tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Pokhari and around 60 km from Gopeshwar. Ranau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dang Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dang Dhar is 041230. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.82 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Dang Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dang Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Dang Dhar village had a total population of 54 people, including 24 males and 30 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 72.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Dang Dhar
Dang 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 Dang Dhar
Dang 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 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 Gochar to Dang Dhar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dang Dhar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dang Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dang Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dang 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 Dang Dhar 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 Dang Dhar
Where is Dang Dhar located?
Dang Dhar village is located in Jilasu Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dang Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dang Dhar is Ranau.
What is the pincode of Dang Dhar?
The pincode of Dang Dhar is 246429.
What is the population of Dang Dhar?
Dang Dhar had a total population of 54, including 24 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Dang Dhar?
Dang Dhar had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dang Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dang Dhar was 79.17%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 72.41%.