Dah - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Dah is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Majhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dah is 056296. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.92 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dah
As per Census 2011, Dah village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 206 males and 192 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 206 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 130 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 76 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Dah
Dah 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 Dah
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dah. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dah.
| 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 Khatima to Dah is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dah is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dah
Where is Dah located?
Dah village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dah?
The Gram Panchayat of Dah is Majhola.
What is the pincode of Dah?
The pincode of Dah is 262308.
What is the population of Dah?
Dah has a total population of 398, including 206 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Dah?
There are 80 households in Dah.
What is the literacy rate in Dah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dah is 59.80%. Male literacy is 63.11% and female literacy is 56.25%.