Dhimar Khera - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Dhimar Khera is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Dheemar Kheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhimar Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhimar Khera is 055659. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.8 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dhimar Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhimar Khera
As per Census 2011, Dhimar Khera village has a total population of 4,261 people, consisting of 2,195 males and 2,066 females. The village has 785 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 725 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,188 literate and 2,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhimar Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,261 | 2,195 | 2,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 725 | 375 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,118 | 1,115 | 1,003 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,188 | 1,303 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,073 | 892 | 1,181 |
Nearby Villages of Dhimar Khera
Dhimar Khera 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 Dhimar Khera
Dhimar Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dhimar Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Dhimar Khera is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dhimar Khera is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhimar Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhimar Khera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhimar Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhimar Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhimar Khera
Where is Dhimar Khera located?
Dhimar Khera village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhimar Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhimar Khera is Dheemar Kheda.
What is the pincode of Dhimar Khera?
The pincode of Dhimar Khera is 244713.
What is the population of Dhimar Khera?
Dhimar Khera has a total population of 4,261, including 2,195 males and 2,066 females.
How many households are there in Dhimar Khera?
There are 785 households in Dhimar Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Dhimar Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhimar Khera is 51.35%. Male literacy is 59.36% and female literacy is 42.84%.