Dashmeri - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Dashmeri is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Lansdowne and around 105 km from Pauri. Dashmeri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dashmeri is 047289. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.73 hectares and falls under the 246128 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dashmeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dashmeri
According to the 2011 Census, Dashmeri village had a total population of 284 people, including 110 males and 174 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,582 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.10%, with male literacy at 89.00% and female literacy at 67.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 284 | 110 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 10 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 89 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 21 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Dashmeri
Dashmeri 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 Dashmeri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dashmeri.
| 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 Lansdowne to Dashmeri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Dashmeri is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dashmeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dashmeri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dashmeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dashmeri 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 Dashmeri
Where is Dashmeri located?
Dashmeri village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dashmeri?
Dashmeri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dashmeri?
The pincode of Dashmeri is 246128.
What is the population of Dashmeri?
Dashmeri had a total population of 284, including 110 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Dashmeri?
Dashmeri had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dashmeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dashmeri was 76.10%. Male literacy was 89.00% and female literacy was 67.55%.