Dinga Village - Ranikhet, Almora
Dinga is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dinga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dinga is 052387. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.41 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dinga
As per Census 2011, Dinga village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 81 males and 100 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,234 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dinga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 81 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 17 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Dinga
Dinga 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 Dinga
Dinga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Dinga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dinga is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dinga 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 Dinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dinga 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 Dinga
Where is Dinga located?
Dinga village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dinga?
Dinga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dinga?
The pincode of Dinga is 263645.
What is the population of Dinga?
Dinga has a total population of 181, including 81 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Dinga?
There are 44 households in Dinga.
What is the literacy rate in Dinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinga is 62.43%. Male literacy is 79.01% and female literacy is 49.00%.