Dhamola - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Dhamola is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dhamola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamola is 055532. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.96 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhamola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhamola
According to the 2011 Census, Dhamola village had a total population of 1,757 people, including 899 males and 858 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.29%, with male literacy at 86.71% and female literacy at 77.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 519.
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 | 1,757 | 899 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 79 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 264 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,301 | 711 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 188 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamola
Dhamola 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 Dhamola
Dhamola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Kaladhungi to Dhamola is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dhamola is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamola 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhamola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamola
Where is Dhamola located?
Dhamola village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamola?
Dhamola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamola?
The pincode of Dhamola is 263140.
What is the population of Dhamola?
Dhamola had a total population of 1,757, including 899 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Dhamola?
Dhamola had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamola was 82.29%. Male literacy was 86.71% and female literacy was 77.53%.