Dadak - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Dadak is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 92 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Ringalgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadak is 044299. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dadak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadak
As per Census 2011, Dadak village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 58 males and 75 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,293 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 58 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 17 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Dadak
Dadak 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 Dadak
Public transport in the Dadak is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Dadak is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dadak is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadak 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dadak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadak 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 Dadak
Where is Dadak located?
Dadak village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadak?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadak is Ringalgarh.
What is the pincode of Dadak?
The pincode of Dadak is 249180.
What is the population of Dadak?
Dadak has a total population of 133, including 58 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Dadak?
There are 21 households in Dadak.
What is the literacy rate in Dadak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadak is 60.90%. Male literacy is 70.69% and female literacy is 53.33%.