Dol - Lamgada, Almora
Dol is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Jainti and around 52 km from Almora. Dol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dol is 053454. The village covers a total geographical area of 902.83 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dol 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dol
According to the 2011 Census, Dol village had a total population of 2,312 people, including 1,197 males and 1,115 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 91.63% and female literacy at 68.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 460.
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 | 2,312 | 1,197 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 170 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 227 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,596 | 941 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 256 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Dol
Dol 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 Dol
Dol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Almora to Dol is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dol
Where is Dol located?
Dol village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dol?
Dol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dol?
The pincode of Dol is 263625.
What is the population of Dol?
Dol had a total population of 2,312, including 1,197 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Dol?
Dol had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dol was 80.36%. Male literacy was 91.63% and female literacy was 68.30%.