Dhansari - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Dhansari is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Nausari Barmoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhansari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhansari is 041428. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.12 hectares and falls under the 246488 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dhansari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhansari
According to the 2011 Census, Dhansari village had a total population of 43 people, including 22 males and 21 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.43%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.35%.
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 | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dhansari
Dhansari 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 Dhansari
Dhansari 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Dhansari is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dhansari is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhansari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhansari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhansari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhansari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhansari
Where is Dhansari located?
Dhansari village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhansari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhansari is Nausari Barmoli.
What is the pincode of Dhansari?
The pincode of Dhansari is 246488.
What is the population of Dhansari?
Dhansari had a total population of 43, including 22 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Dhansari?
Dhansari had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhansari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhansari was 91.43%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.35%.