Dhasan - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Dhasan is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 42 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Borgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhasan is 043821. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.59 hectares and falls under the 249199 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dhasan 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 Dhasan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhasan village had a total population of 18 people, including 9 males and 9 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhasan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhasan.
| 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 Chamba to Dhasan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dhasan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhasan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhasan
Where is Dhasan located?
Dhasan village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhasan is Borgaon.
What is the pincode of Dhasan?
The pincode of Dhasan is 249199.
What is the population of Dhasan?
Dhasan had a total population of 18, including 9 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Dhasan?
Dhasan had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhasan was 58.33%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 42.86%.