Dhari - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Dhari is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Ulgor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhari is 054495. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.23 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhari
According to the 2011 Census, Dhari village had a total population of 279 people, including 144 males and 135 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.38%, with male literacy at 96.03% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 279 | 144 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 121 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 23 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Dhari
Dhari 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 Dhari
Public transport in the Dhari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Dhari is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dhari is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhari 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhari
Where is Dhari located?
Dhari village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhari is Ulgor.
What is the pincode of Dhari?
The pincode of Dhari is 263135.
What is the population of Dhari?
Dhari had a total population of 279, including 144 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Dhari?
Dhari had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhari was 88.38%. Male literacy was 96.03% and female literacy was 80.00%.