Dhotigaon - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Dhotigaon is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dhoktigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhotigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhotigaon is 050574. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.71 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Dhotigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhotigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhotigaon village had a total population of 379 people, including 189 males and 190 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.15%, with male literacy at 96.71% and female literacy at 78.44%.
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 | 379 | 189 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 37 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 147 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 42 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Dhotigaon
Dhotigaon 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 Dhotigaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhotigaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bageshwar to Dhotigaon is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhotigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhotigaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhotigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhotigaon 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 Dhotigaon
Where is Dhotigaon located?
Dhotigaon village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhotigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhotigaon is Dhoktigaon.
What is the pincode of Dhotigaon?
The pincode of Dhotigaon is 263632.
What is the population of Dhotigaon?
Dhotigaon had a total population of 379, including 189 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Dhotigaon?
Dhotigaon had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhotigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhotigaon was 87.15%. Male literacy was 96.71% and female literacy was 78.44%.