Dhooni - Ranikhet, Almora
Dhooni is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhooni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhooni is 052358. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.22 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dhooni 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhooni
According to the 2011 Census, Dhooni village had a total population of 184 people, including 79 males and 105 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,329 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.30%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 60.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 184 | 79 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 13 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dhooni
Dhooni 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 Dhooni
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dhooni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Dhooni is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dhooni is about 72 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 Dhooni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhooni 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 Dhooni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhooni 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 Dhooni
Where is Dhooni located?
Dhooni village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhooni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhooni is Dundi.
What is the pincode of Dhooni?
The pincode of Dhooni is 263664.
What is the population of Dhooni?
Dhooni had a total population of 184, including 79 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Dhooni?
Dhooni had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhooni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhooni was 75.30%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 60.20%.