Doth - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Doth is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Sadal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doth is 007580. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 176302 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Doth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doth
As per Census 2011, Doth village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 232 males and 225 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 232 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 176 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 56 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Doth
Doth 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 Doth
Public transport in the Doth is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Doth is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doth 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 Doth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doth 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Doth
Where is Doth located?
Doth village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doth?
The Gram Panchayat of Doth is Sadal.
What is the pincode of Doth?
The pincode of Doth is 176302.
What is the population of Doth?
Doth has a total population of 457, including 232 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Doth?
There are 94 households in Doth.
What is the literacy rate in Doth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doth is 63.46%. Male literacy is 75.86% and female literacy is 50.67%.