Dhanyau - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Dhanyau is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Koti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanyau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanyau is 042612. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.32 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dhanyau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanyau
As per Census 2011, Dhanyau village has a total population of 142 people, consisting of 68 males and 74 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanyau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 142 | 68 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanyau
Dhanyau 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 Dhanyau
Public transport in the Dhanyau is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Dhanyau is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanyau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanyau 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 Dhanyau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanyau 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 Dhanyau
Where is Dhanyau located?
Dhanyau village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanyau?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanyau is Koti.
What is the pincode of Dhanyau?
The pincode of Dhanyau is 246475.
What is the population of Dhanyau?
Dhanyau has a total population of 142, including 68 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Dhanyau?
There are 31 households in Dhanyau.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanyau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanyau is 60.56%. Male literacy is 66.18% and female literacy is 55.41%.