Dhanachuli - Dhari, Nainital
Dhanachuli is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dhanchuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanachuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanachuli is 054938. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.26 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dhanachuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanachuli
As per Census 2011, Dhanachuli village has a total population of 1,506 people, consisting of 786 males and 720 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,078 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanachuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,506 | 786 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 121 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,078 | 622 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 164 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanachuli
Dhanachuli 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 Dhanachuli
Dhanachuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Dhanachuli is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dhanachuli is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanachuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanachuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhanachuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanachuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhanachuli
Where is Dhanachuli located?
Dhanachuli village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanachuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanachuli is Dhanchuli.
What is the pincode of Dhanachuli?
The pincode of Dhanachuli is 263132.
What is the population of Dhanachuli?
Dhanachuli has a total population of 1,506, including 786 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Dhanachuli?
There are 259 households in Dhanachuli.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanachuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanachuli is 71.58%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 63.33%.