Dam Gara - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Dam Gara is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Nagla Tarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dam Gara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dam Gara is 056268. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.14 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dam Gara 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 Dam Gara
As per Census 2011, Dam Gara village has a total population of 820 people, consisting of 404 males and 416 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dam Gara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 404 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 66 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 301 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 103 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Dam Gara
Dam Gara 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 Dam Gara
Public transport in the Dam Gara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dam Gara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khatima to Dam Gara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dam Gara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dam Gara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dam Gara 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 Dam Gara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dam Gara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dam Gara
Where is Dam Gara located?
Dam Gara village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dam Gara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dam Gara is Nagla Tarai.
What is the pincode of Dam Gara?
The pincode of Dam Gara is 262308.
What is the population of Dam Gara?
Dam Gara has a total population of 820, including 404 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Dam Gara?
There are 162 households in Dam Gara.
What is the literacy rate in Dam Gara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dam Gara is 70.00%. Male literacy is 74.50% and female literacy is 65.63%.