Dhavsaur - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Dhavsaur is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 78 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dhavsaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhavsaur is 042964. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.4 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Dhavsaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Dhavsaur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhavsaur village had a total population of 320 people, including 143 males and 177 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,238 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.81%, with male literacy at 96.69% and female literacy at 59.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 320 | 143 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 58 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 117 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 26 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Dhavsaur
Dhavsaur 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 Dhavsaur
Dhavsaur 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 Tehri to Dhavsaur is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dhavsaur 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 Dhavsaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhavsaur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhavsaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhavsaur 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 Dhavsaur
Where is Dhavsaur located?
Dhavsaur village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhavsaur?
Dhavsaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhavsaur?
The pincode of Dhavsaur is 249155.
What is the population of Dhavsaur?
Dhavsaur had a total population of 320, including 143 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Dhavsaur?
Dhavsaur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhavsaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhavsaur was 75.81%. Male literacy was 96.69% and female literacy was 59.62%.