Dhum Khera - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Dhum Khera is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Sitarganj and around 60 km from Rudrapur. Dhum Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhum Khera is 056176. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.18 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dhum 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhum Khera
As per Census 2011, Dhum Khera village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 271 males and 264 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 208 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhum Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 271 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 193 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 78 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Dhum Khera
Dhum 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 Dhum Khera
Public transport in the Dhum Khera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhum Khera.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Dhum Khera is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dhum Khera is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhum Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhum 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 Dhum 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 Dhum Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhum Khera
Where is Dhum Khera located?
Dhum Khera village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhum Khera?
Dhum Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhum Khera?
The pincode of Dhum Khera is 262405.
What is the population of Dhum Khera?
Dhum Khera has a total population of 535, including 271 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Dhum Khera?
There are 104 households in Dhum Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Dhum Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhum Khera is 61.12%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 50.76%.