Dhansara - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Dhansara is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Dhansara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhansara is 055867. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.42 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dhansara 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 Dhansara
As per Census 2011, Dhansara village has a total population of 1,466 people, consisting of 758 males and 708 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 703 literate and 763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhansara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,466 | 758 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 129 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 416 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 342 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Dhansara
Dhansara 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 Dhansara
Dhansara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhansara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Dhansara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dhansara is about 48 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 Dhansara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhansara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhansara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhansara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhansara
Where is Dhansara located?
Dhansara village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhansara?
Dhansara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhansara?
The pincode of Dhansara is 262401.
What is the population of Dhansara?
Dhansara has a total population of 1,466, including 758 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Dhansara?
There are 242 households in Dhansara.
What is the literacy rate in Dhansara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhansara is 47.95%. Male literacy is 54.88% and female literacy is 40.54%.