Dakhawan Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Dakhawan Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 78 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dakhwangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakhawan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakhawan Gaon is 043016. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.3 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Dakhawan Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakhawan Gaon
As per Census 2011, Dakhawan Gaon village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 119 males and 236 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,983 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakhawan Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 119 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | - | 8 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 81 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 38 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Dakhawan Gaon
Dakhawan Gaon 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 Dakhawan Gaon
Dakhawan Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Dakhawan Gaon is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dakhawan Gaon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakhawan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakhawan Gaon 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 Dakhawan Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakhawan Gaon 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 Dakhawan Gaon
Where is Dakhawan Gaon located?
Dakhawan Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakhawan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakhawan Gaon is Dakhwangaon.
What is the pincode of Dakhawan Gaon?
The pincode of Dakhawan Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Dakhawan Gaon?
Dakhawan Gaon has a total population of 355, including 119 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Dakhawan Gaon?
There are 89 households in Dakhawan Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dakhawan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakhawan Gaon is 58.03%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 52.97%.