Dhound - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Dhound is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Thalisain and around 147 km from Pauri. Dhaund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhound village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhound is 046692. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.45 hectares and falls under the 246175 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 147 km away.
Dhound village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhound
As per Census 2011, Dhound village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 164 males and 185 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhound are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 164 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 119 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 45 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Dhound
Dhound 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 Dhound
Dhound is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Dhound is about 147 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhound
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhound village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhound
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhound 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhound
Where is Dhound located?
Dhound village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhound?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhound is Dhaund.
What is the pincode of Dhound?
The pincode of Dhound is 246175.
What is the population of Dhound?
Dhound has a total population of 349, including 164 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Dhound?
There are 87 households in Dhound.
What is the literacy rate in Dhound?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhound is 61.32%. Male literacy is 72.56% and female literacy is 51.35%.