Dina - Ranikhet, Almora
Dina is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Phokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dina is 052525. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.3 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dina 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 Dina
According to the 2011 Census, Dina village had a total population of 61 people, including 28 males and 33 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dina
Dina 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 Dina
Dina 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 Dina is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dina is about 38 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 Dina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dina 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 Dina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dina 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dina
Where is Dina located?
Dina village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dina?
The Gram Panchayat of Dina is Phokhari.
What is the pincode of Dina?
The pincode of Dina is 263645.
What is the population of Dina?
Dina had a total population of 61, including 28 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Dina?
Dina had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dina was 70.59%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 57.14%.