Dhanpuri - Haldwani, Nainital
Dhanpuri is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Anandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanpuri is 055182. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.13 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dhanpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanpuri
As per Census 2011, Dhanpuri village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 181 males and 172 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 142 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 39 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanpuri
Dhanpuri 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 Dhanpuri
Public transport in the Dhanpuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhanpuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Dhanpuri is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dhanpuri is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanpuri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanpuri
Where is Dhanpuri located?
Dhanpuri village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanpuri is Anandpur.
What is the pincode of Dhanpuri?
The pincode of Dhanpuri is 263139.
What is the population of Dhanpuri?
Dhanpuri has a total population of 353, including 181 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Dhanpuri?
There are 69 households in Dhanpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanpuri is 72.24%. Male literacy is 78.45% and female literacy is 65.70%.