Dobar - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Dobar is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dobaar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dobar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobar is 050576. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.4 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Dobar 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 Dobar
As per Census 2011, Dobar village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 223 males and 253 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dobar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 223 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 161 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 62 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Dobar
Dobar 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 Dobar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dobar.
| 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 Dobar is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dobar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dobar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dobar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dobar
Where is Dobar located?
Dobar village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dobar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dobar is Dobaar.
What is the pincode of Dobar?
The pincode of Dobar is 263632.
What is the population of Dobar?
Dobar has a total population of 476, including 223 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Dobar?
There are 101 households in Dobar.
What is the literacy rate in Dobar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobar is 63.03%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 54.94%.