Dhaula Khera - Haldwani, Nainital
Dhaula Khera is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dhaula Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaula Khera is 055203. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.38 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dhaula Khera 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 Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaula Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaula Khera village had a total population of 2,083 people, including 1,083 males and 1,000 females, living in 462 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.46%, with male literacy at 91.93% and female literacy at 82.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 2,083 | 1,083 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 141 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 177 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 866 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 217 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaula Khera
Dhaula Khera 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 Dhaula Khera
Dhaula Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhaula Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Dhaula Khera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dhaula Khera 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 Dhaula Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaula Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaula Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaula Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dhaula Khera
Where is Dhaula Khera located?
Dhaula Khera village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhaula Khera?
Dhaula Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhaula Khera?
The pincode of Dhaula Khera is 263139.
What is the population of Dhaula Khera?
Dhaula Khera had a total population of 2,083, including 1,083 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Dhaula Khera?
Dhaula Khera had 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaula Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaula Khera was 87.46%. Male literacy was 91.93% and female literacy was 82.78%.