Dharsal Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Dharsal Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 16 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dharsal Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharsal Gaon is 044035. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.17 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dharsal 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharsal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dharsal Gaon village had a total population of 688 people, including 362 males and 326 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.58%, with male literacy at 97.55% and female literacy at 87.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
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 | 688 | 362 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 318 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 44 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Dharsal Gaon
Dharsal 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 Dharsal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dharsal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Dharsal Gaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dharsal Gaon is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharsal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharsal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharsal 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 Dharsal Gaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharsal Gaon
Where is Dharsal Gaon located?
Dharsal Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharsal Gaon?
Dharsal Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharsal Gaon?
The pincode of Dharsal Gaon is 249130.
What is the population of Dharsal Gaon?
Dharsal Gaon had a total population of 688, including 362 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Dharsal Gaon?
Dharsal Gaon had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharsal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharsal Gaon was 92.58%. Male literacy was 97.55% and female literacy was 87.07%.