Dhanak
Dhanak is a village located in Pauri tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from Pauri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dhanak village. As per 2009 stats, Bichale Dhandare is the gram panchayat of Dhanak village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhanak unique in its vibrant Pauri-Garhwal region. You’ll see Dhanak’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 Dhanak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanak is 046192. The village spans a total geographical area of 26.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246159. Pauri is nearest town to Dhanak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Dhanak
Population of Dhanak
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanak has a total population of about 142, with approximately 63 males and 79 females. The sex ratio is around 1253 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 102 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.52%, with male literacy at about 69.84% and female literacy near 40.51%. There are around 30 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhanak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 142 | 63 | 79 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 45 | 57 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
Illiterate Population | 66 | 19 | 47 |
Connectivity of Dhanak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhanak. As per the 2011 stats, Dhanak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhanak
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhanak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhanak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanak
- Where is Dhanak located?
- Dhanak village is situated in Pauri Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhanak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhanak is Bichale Dhandare (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhanak?
- The pincode of Dhanak is 246159, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhanak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanak is 142, with 63 males and 79 females.
- How many households are there in Dhanak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhanak village has a total of 30 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhanak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanak is 53.52%. The male literacy rate is 69.84%, while the female literacy rate is 40.51%.