Daunkpuri - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Daunkpuri is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Dongpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daunkpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daunkpuri is 056052. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.76 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Daunkpuri 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 Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daunkpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Daunkpuri village had a total population of 2,362 people, including 1,220 males and 1,142 females, living in 426 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.99%, with male literacy at 69.62% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 2,362 | 1,220 | 1,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 193 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 127 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,233 | 715 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 505 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Daunkpuri
Daunkpuri 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 Daunkpuri
Daunkpuri 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 Daunkpuri.
| 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 Gadarpur to Daunkpuri is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Daunkpuri is about 19 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 Daunkpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daunkpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daunkpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daunkpuri 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 Daunkpuri
Where is Daunkpuri located?
Daunkpuri village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daunkpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Daunkpuri is Dongpuri.
What is the pincode of Daunkpuri?
The pincode of Daunkpuri is 263152.
What is the population of Daunkpuri?
Daunkpuri had a total population of 2,362, including 1,220 males and 1,142 females.
How many households are there in Daunkpuri?
Daunkpuri had 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daunkpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daunkpuri was 61.99%. Male literacy was 69.62% and female literacy was 53.85%.