Dohchi - Kunihar, Solan
Dohchi is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from Solan. Kunihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dohchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohchi is 020281. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.11 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dohchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dohchi
According to the 2011 Census, Dohchi village had a total population of 113 people, including 61 males and 52 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.92%, with male literacy at 98.15% and female literacy at 84.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 8 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Dohchi
Dohchi 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 Dohchi
Dohchi 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 Solan to Dohchi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dohchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohchi 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 Dohchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohchi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dohchi
Where is Dohchi located?
Dohchi village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dohchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dohchi is Kunihar.
What is the pincode of Dohchi?
The pincode of Dohchi is 173207.
What is the population of Dohchi?
Dohchi had a total population of 113, including 61 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Dohchi?
Dohchi had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dohchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohchi was 91.92%. Male literacy was 98.15% and female literacy was 84.44%.