Dhak
Dhak is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Dhak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhak unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Dhak’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhak is 040866. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246443. Joshimath is nearest town to Dhak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Dhak
Population of Dhak
According to the 2011 Census, Dhak has a total population of about 422, with approximately 215 males and 207 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 204 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.17%, with male literacy at about 71.63% and female literacy near 58.45%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 422 | 215 | 207 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 275 | 154 | 121 |
Illiterate Population | 147 | 61 | 86 |
Connectivity of Dhak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhak. As per the 2011 stats, Dhak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhak
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhak
- Where is Dhak located?
- Dhak village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhak?
- Dhak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhak?
- The pincode of Dhak is 246443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhak is 422, with 215 males and 207 females.
- How many households are there in Dhak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhak village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhak is 65.17%. The male literacy rate is 71.63%, while the female literacy rate is 58.45%.