Danchoura - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Danchoura 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Maina Jhundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danchoura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danchoura is 056154. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.73 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Danchoura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Danchoura
As per Census 2011, Danchoura village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 179 males and 180 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danchoura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 179 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 113 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 66 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Danchoura
Danchoura 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 Danchoura
Danchoura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Danchoura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Danchoura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danchoura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danchoura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Danchoura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danchoura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danchoura
Where is Danchoura located?
Danchoura village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danchoura?
The Gram Panchayat of Danchoura is Maina Jhundi.
What is the pincode of Danchoura?
The pincode of Danchoura is 263148.
What is the population of Danchoura?
Danchoura has a total population of 359, including 179 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Danchoura?
There are 70 households in Danchoura.
What is the literacy rate in Danchoura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danchoura is 58.50%. Male literacy is 63.13% and female literacy is 53.89%.