Dhura - Poornagiri, Champawat
Dhura is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Dhura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhura is 054419. The village covers a total geographical area of 462 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dhura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhura
According to the 2011 Census, Dhura village had a total population of 534 people, including 272 males and 262 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.75%, with male literacy at 94.62% and female literacy at 62.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 534 | 272 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 211 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 61 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Dhura
Dhura 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 Dhura
Public transport in the Dhura 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 Tanakpur to Dhura is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Dhura is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhura 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 Dhura
Where is Dhura located?
Dhura village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhura?
Dhura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhura?
The pincode of Dhura is 262523.
What is the population of Dhura?
Dhura had a total population of 534, including 272 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Dhura?
Dhura had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhura was 78.75%. Male literacy was 94.62% and female literacy was 62.95%.