Dadima - Betalghat, Nainital
Dadima is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Darima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadima is 054662. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.39 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Dadima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dadima
According to the 2011 Census, Dadima village had a total population of 742 people, including 374 males and 368 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.74%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 62.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179.
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 | 742 | 374 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 293 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 81 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Dadima
Dadima 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 Dadima
Dadima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Dadima is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadima 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 Dadima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadima
Where is Dadima located?
Dadima village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dadima?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadima is Darima.
What is the pincode of Dadima?
The pincode of Dadima is 263134.
What is the population of Dadima?
Dadima had a total population of 742, including 374 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Dadima?
Dadima had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadima was 76.74%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 62.54%.