Dauni - Someshwar, Almora
Dauni is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Daoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dauni is 053252. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.07 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dauni 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dauni
According to the 2011 Census, Dauni village had a total population of 447 people, including 212 males and 235 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.50%, with male literacy at 91.98% and female literacy at 59.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 447 | 212 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 172 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 40 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Dauni
Dauni 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 Dauni
Dauni 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 5-10 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 Dauni is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dauni 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 Dauni
Where is Dauni located?
Dauni village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dauni is Daoni.
What is the pincode of Dauni?
The pincode of Dauni is 263637.
What is the population of Dauni?
Dauni had a total population of 447, including 212 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Dauni?
Dauni had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dauni was 74.50%. Male literacy was 91.98% and female literacy was 59.15%.