Dada Dhamdhama - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Dada Dhamdhama is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dhamdhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dada Dhamdhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dada Dhamdhama is 041304. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dada Dhamdhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dada Dhamdhama
According to the 2011 Census, Dada Dhamdhama village had a total population of 310 people, including 126 males and 184 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,460 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.23%, with male literacy at 97.03% and female literacy at 69.75%.
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 | 310 | 126 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 98 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 28 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Dada Dhamdhama
Dada Dhamdhama 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 Dada Dhamdhama
Dada Dhamdhama 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 >10 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 Dada Dhamdhama is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dada Dhamdhama is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dada Dhamdhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dada Dhamdhama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dada Dhamdhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dada Dhamdhama 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 Dada Dhamdhama
Where is Dada Dhamdhama located?
Dada Dhamdhama village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dada Dhamdhama?
The Gram Panchayat of Dada Dhamdhama is Dhamdhama.
What is the pincode of Dada Dhamdhama?
The pincode of Dada Dhamdhama is 246429.
What is the population of Dada Dhamdhama?
Dada Dhamdhama had a total population of 310, including 126 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Dada Dhamdhama?
Dada Dhamdhama had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dada Dhamdhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dada Dhamdhama was 80.23%. Male literacy was 97.03% and female literacy was 69.75%.