Dhanpur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Dhanpur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dhanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanpur is 055485. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.79 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanpur village had a total population of 377 people, including 175 males and 202 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 80.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 377 | 175 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 144 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 31 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanpur
Dhanpur 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 Dhanpur
Dhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Dhanpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dhanpur is about 50 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 Dhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhanpur
Where is Dhanpur located?
Dhanpur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanpur?
Dhanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanpur?
The pincode of Dhanpur is 263140.
What is the population of Dhanpur?
Dhanpur had a total population of 377, including 175 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Dhanpur?
Dhanpur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanpur was 87.50%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 80.34%.