Dhaki - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Dhaki is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khambharii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaki is 055880. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.44 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhaki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaki
As per Census 2011, Dhaki village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 196 males and 181 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 196 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 159 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 145 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 51 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaki
Dhaki 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 Dhaki
Dhaki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhaki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Dhaki is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dhaki is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhaki
Where is Dhaki located?
Dhaki village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaki?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaki is Khambharii.
What is the pincode of Dhaki?
The pincode of Dhaki is 262401.
What is the population of Dhaki?
Dhaki has a total population of 377, including 196 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Dhaki?
There are 66 households in Dhaki.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaki is 61.80%. Male literacy is 73.98% and female literacy is 48.62%.