Dudhouli - Dwarahat, Almora
Dudhouli is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dudholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhouli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhouli is 052648. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.17 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dudhouli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dudhouli
As per Census 2011, Dudhouli village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 198 males and 229 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhouli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 198 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 162 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 36 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhouli
Dudhouli 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 Dudhouli
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dudhouli.
| 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 Dwarahat to Dudhouli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dudhouli is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhouli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhouli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudhouli
Where is Dudhouli located?
Dudhouli village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhouli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhouli is Dudholi.
What is the pincode of Dudhouli?
The pincode of Dudhouli is 263653.
What is the population of Dudhouli?
Dudhouli has a total population of 427, including 198 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Dudhouli?
There are 97 households in Dudhouli.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhouli is 73.77%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 66.81%.