Dhena - Dhari, Nainital
Dhena is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dhena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhena is 055014. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.26 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 126 km away.
Dhena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Dhena
According to the 2011 Census, Dhena village had a total population of 386 people, including 183 males and 203 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.49%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 52.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 386 | 183 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 132 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 51 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Dhena
Dhena 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 Dhena
Public transport in the Dhena is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Dhena is about 126 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhena
Where is Dhena located?
Dhena village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhena?
Dhena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhena?
The pincode of Dhena is 263132.
What is the population of Dhena?
Dhena had a total population of 386, including 183 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Dhena?
Dhena had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhena was 70.49%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 52.53%.