Dhakia Kalan - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Dhakia Kalan is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Dhakiya Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhakia Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakia Kalan is 055680. The village covers a total geographical area of 1476.75 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhakia Kalan 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 Dhakia Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhakia Kalan village had a total population of 7,890 people, including 4,171 males and 3,719 females, living in 1,486 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.62%, with male literacy at 85.93% and female literacy at 66.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,858, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 7,890 | 4,171 | 3,719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,073 | 589 | 484 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,858 | 2,592 | 2,266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,223 | 3,078 | 2,145 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,667 | 1,093 | 1,574 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakia Kalan
Dhakia Kalan 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 Dhakia Kalan
Dhakia Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhakia Kalan.
| 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 Kashipur to Dhakia Kalan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dhakia Kalan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakia Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakia Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhakia Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakia Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhakia Kalan
Where is Dhakia Kalan located?
Dhakia Kalan village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakia Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhakia Kalan is Dhakiya Kalan.
What is the pincode of Dhakia Kalan?
The pincode of Dhakia Kalan is 244713.
What is the population of Dhakia Kalan?
Dhakia Kalan had a total population of 7,890, including 4,171 males and 3,719 females.
How many households are there in Dhakia Kalan?
Dhakia Kalan had 1,486 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakia Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakia Kalan was 76.62%. Male literacy was 85.93% and female literacy was 66.31%.