Dharali - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Dharali is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Dharali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharali is 040316. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.96 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dharali 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 Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharali
According to the 2011 Census, Dharali village had a total population of 505 people, including 256 males and 249 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.24%, with male literacy at 88.65% and female literacy at 53.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 505 | 256 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 203 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 53 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Dharali
Dharali 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 Dharali
Public transport in the Dharali is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dharali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dharali is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharali 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 Dharali
Where is Dharali located?
Dharali village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharali?
Dharali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharali?
The pincode of Dharali is 249141.
What is the population of Dharali?
Dharali had a total population of 505, including 256 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Dharali?
Dharali had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharali was 71.24%. Male literacy was 88.65% and female literacy was 53.36%.