Dharmawala
Dharmawala is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Dharma Wala is the gram panchayat of Dharmawala village.
Dharmawala has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dharmawala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharmawala is 045021. The village spans a total geographical area of 156.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248142. Herbertpur is nearest town to Dharmawala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dharmawala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vikasnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dharmawala
Below is a concise population overview of Dharmawala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,232 | 1,139 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 164 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 149 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 85 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,411 | 819 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 821 | 320 | 501 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dharmawala village:
- The total population of Dharmawala village is around 2,232, including approximately 1,139 males and 1,093 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 330 children aged 0–6 years in Dharmawala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dharmawala village has 304 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 171 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dharmawala village is about 63.22%, with male literacy at 71.91% and female literacy at 54.16%.
- There are around 420 households in Dharmawala village.
Connectivity of Dharmawala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharmawala. As per the 2011 stats, Dharmawala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharmawala
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharmawala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharmawala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharmawala
- Where is Dharmawala located?
- Dharmawala village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharmawala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dharmawala is Dharma Wala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dharmawala?
- The pincode of Dharmawala is 248142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharmawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharmawala is 2,232, with 1,139 males and 1,093 females.
- How many households are there in Dharmawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharmawala village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharmawala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharmawala is 63.22%. The male literacy rate is 71.91%, while the female literacy rate is 54.16%.