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
As per Census 2011, Dohchi village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 61 males and 52 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dohchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 61 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 113, including 61 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Dohchi?
There are 16 households in Dohchi.
What is the literacy rate in Dohchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohchi is 80.53%. Male literacy is 86.89% and female literacy is 73.08%.