Dhandari - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Dhandari is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Lansdowne and around 103 km from Pauri. Pawekh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhandari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhandari is 047282. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.42 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Dhandari 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 Dhandari
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandari village had a total population of 89 people, including 41 males and 48 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,171 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.83%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Dhandari
Dhandari 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 Dhandari
Public transport in the Dhandari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Dhandari is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Dhandari is about 103 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 Dhandari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhandari 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 Dhandari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhandari 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 Dhandari
Where is Dhandari located?
Dhandari village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhandari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhandari is Pawekh.
What is the pincode of Dhandari?
The pincode of Dhandari is 246149.
What is the population of Dhandari?
Dhandari had a total population of 89, including 41 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Dhandari?
Dhandari had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhandari was 93.83%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.37%.