Dulam - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Dulam is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Dulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulam is 050536. The village covers a total geographical area of 711.14 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Dulam 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dulam
According to the 2011 Census, Dulam village had a total population of 577 people, including 284 males and 293 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.44%, with male literacy at 91.80% and female literacy at 65.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 577 | 284 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 224 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 60 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Dulam
Dulam 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 Dulam
Public transport in the Dulam 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 Bageshwar to Dulam is about 31 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 Dulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dulam
Where is Dulam located?
Dulam village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dulam?
Dulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dulam?
The pincode of Dulam is 263679.
What is the population of Dulam?
Dulam had a total population of 577, including 284 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Dulam?
Dulam had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulam was 78.44%. Male literacy was 91.80% and female literacy was 65.76%.