Dhampur - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Dhampur is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Koti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhampur is 040134. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.05 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dhampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhampur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhampur village had a total population of 236 people, including 113 males and 123 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.71%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235.
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 | 236 | 113 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 113 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 84 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 29 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Dhampur
Dhampur 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 Dhampur
Dhampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Barkot to Dhampur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dhampur is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhampur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhampur
Where is Dhampur located?
Dhampur village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhampur is Koti.
What is the pincode of Dhampur?
The pincode of Dhampur is 249185.
What is the population of Dhampur?
Dhampur had a total population of 236, including 113 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Dhampur?
Dhampur had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhampur was 70.71%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 53.85%.