Dooka - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dooka is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Bailly serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dooka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dooka is 007385. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.33 hectares and falls under the 176304 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dooka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dooka
As per Census 2011, Dooka village has a total population of 155 people, consisting of 75 males and 80 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 43 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dooka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Dooka
Dooka 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 Dooka
Dooka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dalhousie to Dooka is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dooka is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dooka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dooka 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dooka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dooka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dooka
Where is Dooka located?
Dooka village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dooka?
The Gram Panchayat of Dooka is Bailly.
What is the pincode of Dooka?
The pincode of Dooka is 176304.
What is the population of Dooka?
Dooka has a total population of 155, including 75 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Dooka?
There are 35 households in Dooka.
What is the literacy rate in Dooka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dooka is 72.26%. Male literacy is 82.67% and female literacy is 62.50%.