Dhikuli - Ramnagar, Nainital
Dhikuli is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dhikuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhikuli is 055377. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhikuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhikuli
According to the 2011 Census, Dhikuli village had a total population of 1,344 people, including 731 males and 613 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.33%, with male literacy at 94.56% and female literacy at 83.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,344 | 731 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 106 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 591 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 140 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Dhikuli
Dhikuli 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 Dhikuli
Dhikuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ramnagar to Dhikuli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dhikuli is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhikuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhikuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhikuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhikuli 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhikuli
Where is Dhikuli located?
Dhikuli village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhikuli?
Dhikuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhikuli?
The pincode of Dhikuli is 244715.
What is the population of Dhikuli?
Dhikuli had a total population of 1,344, including 731 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Dhikuli?
Dhikuli had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhikuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhikuli was 89.33%. Male literacy was 94.56% and female literacy was 83.24%.