Dotal Gaon - Bagwalipokhar, Almora
Dotal Gaon is a village situated in the Bagwalipokhar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Dwarahat and around 53 km from Almora. Dotol Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dotal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dotal Gaon is 052681. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.62 hectares and falls under the 263621 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dotal Gaon 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dotal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dotal Gaon village had a total population of 724 people, including 313 males and 411 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.32%, with male literacy at 78.40% and female literacy at 59.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 342.
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 | 724 | 313 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 147 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 196 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 117 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Dotal Gaon
Dotal Gaon 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 Dotal Gaon
Public transport in the Dotal Gaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dwarahat to Dotal Gaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dotal Gaon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dotal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dotal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dotal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dotal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dotal Gaon
Where is Dotal Gaon located?
Dotal Gaon village is located in Bagwalipokhar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dotal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dotal Gaon is Dotol Gaon.
What is the pincode of Dotal Gaon?
The pincode of Dotal Gaon is 263621.
What is the population of Dotal Gaon?
Dotal Gaon had a total population of 724, including 313 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Dotal Gaon?
Dotal Gaon had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dotal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dotal Gaon was 67.32%. Male literacy was 78.40% and female literacy was 59.61%.