Dadha - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Dadha is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Karghatiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadha is 056133. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dadha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadha
According to the 2011 Census, Dadha village had a total population of 476 people, including 246 males and 230 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.25%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 77.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 246 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 188 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 58 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Dadha
Dadha 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 Dadha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dadha. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dadha.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Dadha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dadha 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 Dadha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dadha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadha
Where is Dadha located?
Dadha village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dadha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadha is Karghatiya.
What is the pincode of Dadha?
The pincode of Dadha is 262405.
What is the population of Dadha?
Dadha had a total population of 476, including 246 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Dadha?
Dadha had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadha was 82.25%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 77.11%.