Dhikal Gaon - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Dhikal Gaon is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Nagjhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhikal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhikal Gaon is 040110. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.27 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Dhikal Gaon 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 Dhikal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Dhikal Gaon village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 85 males and 87 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhikal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 64 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 21 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Dhikal Gaon
Dhikal Gaon 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 Dhikal Gaon
Dhikal Gaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Dhikal Gaon is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dhikal Gaon is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhikal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhikal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhikal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhikal Gaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhikal Gaon
Where is Dhikal Gaon located?
Dhikal Gaon village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhikal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhikal Gaon is Nagjhala.
What is the pincode of Dhikal Gaon?
The pincode of Dhikal Gaon is 249185.
What is the population of Dhikal Gaon?
Dhikal Gaon has a total population of 172, including 85 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Dhikal Gaon?
There are 39 households in Dhikal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dhikal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhikal Gaon is 64.53%. Male literacy is 75.29% and female literacy is 54.02%.