Dol - Ranikhet, Almora
Dol is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Suniya Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dol is 052540. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.81 hectares and falls under the 263678 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dol
According to the 2011 Census, Dol village had a total population of 70 people, including 28 males and 42 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.45%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 82.35%.
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 | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Dol
Dol 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 Dol
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Almora to Dol is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dol 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dol
Where is Dol located?
Dol village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dol is Suniya Kot.
What is the pincode of Dol?
The pincode of Dol is 263678.
What is the population of Dol?
Dol had a total population of 70, including 28 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Dol?
Dol had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dol was 85.45%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 82.35%.