Dharwaram - Tharali, Chamoli
Dharwaram is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dharbaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharwaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharwaram is 041624. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.8 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dharwaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharwaram
According to the 2011 Census, Dharwaram village had a total population of 421 people, including 184 males and 237 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,288 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.69%, with male literacy at 95.33% and female literacy at 66.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 421 | 184 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 143 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 41 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Dharwaram
Dharwaram 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 Dharwaram
Dharwaram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Dharwaram is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dharwaram is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharwaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharwaram 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 Dharwaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharwaram 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 Dharwaram
Where is Dharwaram located?
Dharwaram village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharwaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharwaram is Dharbaram.
What is the pincode of Dharwaram?
The pincode of Dharwaram is 246481.
What is the population of Dharwaram?
Dharwaram had a total population of 421, including 184 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Dharwaram?
Dharwaram had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharwaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharwaram was 78.69%. Male literacy was 95.33% and female literacy was 66.34%.