Dharchula Dehat - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Dharchula Dehat is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dharchula Dehat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharchula Dehat is 049134. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.11 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dharchula Dehat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharchula Dehat
According to the 2011 Census, Dharchula Dehat village had a total population of 5,205 people, including 2,917 males and 2,288 females, living in 1,068 households. The sex ratio was 784 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.40%, with male literacy at 95.43% and female literacy at 74.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,373, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dharchula Dehat
Dharchula Dehat 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 Dharchula Dehat
Dharchula Dehat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharchula to Dharchula Dehat is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dharchula Dehat is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharchula Dehat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharchula Dehat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharchula Dehat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharchula Dehat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharchula Dehat
Where is Dharchula Dehat located?
Dharchula Dehat village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharchula Dehat?
Dharchula Dehat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharchula Dehat?
The pincode of Dharchula Dehat is 262545.
What is the population of Dharchula Dehat?
Dharchula Dehat had a total population of 5,205, including 2,917 males and 2,288 females.
How many households are there in Dharchula Dehat?
Dharchula Dehat had 1,068 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharchula Dehat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharchula Dehat was 86.40%. Male literacy was 95.43% and female literacy was 74.94%.