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.
Here you can discover what makes Dharmawala unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun region. You’ll see Dharmawala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Dharmawala
Population of Dharmawala
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmawala has a total population of about 2,232, with approximately 1,139 males and 1,093 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 304 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 171. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.22%, with male literacy at about 71.91% and female literacy near 54.16%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharmawala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.