Dhanpau - Kalsi, Dehradun
Dhanpau is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Dhanpau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanpau is 044967. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.95 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhanpau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanpau
As per Census 2011, Dhanpau village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 219 males and 211 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanpau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 219 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 37 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 155 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 148 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 71 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanpau
Dhanpau 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 Dhanpau
Dhanpau is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Vikasnagar to Dhanpau is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Dhanpau is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanpau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanpau 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 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanpau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanpau 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 Dhanpau
Where is Dhanpau located?
Dhanpau village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanpau?
Dhanpau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanpau?
The pincode of Dhanpau is 248001.
What is the population of Dhanpau?
Dhanpau has a total population of 430, including 219 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Dhanpau?
There are 59 households in Dhanpau.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanpau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanpau is 56.05%. Male literacy is 67.58% and female literacy is 44.08%.