Dhaki - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Dhaki 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 Dhaki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaki is 056297. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.84 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhaki 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 Dhaki
As per Census 2011, Dhaki village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 98 males and 97 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 51 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 47 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaki
Dhaki 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 Dhaki
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhaki. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dhaki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dhaki is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dhaki 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 Dhaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaki 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaki 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 Dhaki
Where is Dhaki located?
Dhaki village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhaki?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaki is Majhola.
What is the pincode of Dhaki?
The pincode of Dhaki is 262308.
What is the population of Dhaki?
Dhaki has a total population of 195, including 98 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dhaki?
There are 42 households in Dhaki.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaki is 42.56%. Male literacy is 52.04% and female literacy is 32.99%.