Dheelam - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Dheelam is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dim Dimiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheelam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheelam is 048910. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.55 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Dheelam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dheelam
As per Census 2011, Dheelam village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 82 males and 78 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 33 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dheelam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 14 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Dheelam
Dheelam 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 Dheelam
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dheelam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Didihat to Dheelam is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dheelam is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dheelam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheelam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dheelam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheelam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dheelam
Where is Dheelam located?
Dheelam village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheelam?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheelam is Dim Dimiya.
What is the pincode of Dheelam?
The pincode of Dheelam is 262554.
What is the population of Dheelam?
Dheelam has a total population of 160, including 82 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Dheelam?
There are 29 households in Dheelam.
What is the literacy rate in Dheelam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheelam is 79.38%. Male literacy is 82.93% and female literacy is 75.64%.