Dall Kanya - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Dall Kanya is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Dhari and around 101 km from Nainital. Dalkanya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dall Kanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dall Kanya is 055062. The village covers a total geographical area of 1267.56 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Dall Kanya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dall Kanya
As per Census 2011, Dall Kanya village has a total population of 1,687 people, consisting of 814 males and 873 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dall Kanya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 814 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 142 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 567 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 247 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Dall Kanya
Dall Kanya 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 Dall Kanya
Dall Kanya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhimtal to Dall Kanya is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dall Kanya is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dall Kanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dall Kanya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dall Kanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dall Kanya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dall Kanya
Where is Dall Kanya located?
Dall Kanya village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dall Kanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dall Kanya is Dalkanya.
What is the pincode of Dall Kanya?
The pincode of Dall Kanya is 263157.
What is the population of Dall Kanya?
Dall Kanya has a total population of 1,687, including 814 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Dall Kanya?
There are 297 households in Dall Kanya.
What is the literacy rate in Dall Kanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dall Kanya is 59.87%. Male literacy is 69.66% and female literacy is 50.74%.