Dharchula Dehat
Dharchula Dehat is a village located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh.
Here you can discover what makes Dharchula Dehat unique in its vibrant Dharchula-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Dharchula Dehat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharchula Dehat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharchula Dehat is 049134. The village spans a total geographical area of 644.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262545. Dharchula is nearest town to Dharchula Dehat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dharchula Dehat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dharchula Dehat
Population of Dharchula Dehat
According to the 2011 Census, Dharchula Dehat has a total population of about 5,205, with approximately 2,917 males and 2,288 females. The sex ratio is around 784 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 624 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,373 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 253. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.04%, with male literacy at about 83.82% and female literacy near 66.13%. There are around 1,068 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharchula Dehat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,205 | 2,917 | 2,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 355 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,373 | 684 | 689 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 125 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 3,958 | 2,445 | 1,513 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 472 | 775 |
Connectivity of Dharchula Dehat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharchula Dehat. As per the 2011 stats, Dharchula Dehat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharchula Dehat
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharchula Dehat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharchula Dehat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharchula Dehat
- Where is Dharchula Dehat located?
- Dharchula Dehat village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the pincode of Dharchula Dehat?
- The pincode of Dharchula Dehat is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharchula Dehat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharchula Dehat is 5,205, with 2,917 males and 2,288 females.
- How many households are there in Dharchula Dehat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharchula Dehat village has a total of 1,068 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharchula Dehat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharchula Dehat is 76.04%. The male literacy rate is 83.82%, while the female literacy rate is 66.13%.