Dinga - 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 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 Dinga
According to the 2011 Census, Dinga village had a total population of 181 people, including 81 males and 100 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.07%, with male literacy at 95.52% and female literacy at 53.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 181 | 81 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 181, including 81 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Dinga?
Dinga had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinga was 71.07%. Male literacy was 95.52% and female literacy was 53.26%.