Dida - Ranikhet, Almora
Dida is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dida village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dida is 052299. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.23 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dida
As per Census 2011, Dida village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 189 males and 184 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 189 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 159 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 30 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dida
Dida 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 Dida
Dida 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 Ranikhet to Dida is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dida is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dida
Where is Dida located?
Dida village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dida?
Dida is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dida?
The pincode of Dida is 263652.
What is the population of Dida?
Dida has a total population of 373, including 189 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Dida?
There are 81 households in Dida.
What is the literacy rate in Dida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dida is 73.46%. Male literacy is 84.13% and female literacy is 62.50%.