Doba - Barakot, Champawat
Doba is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Lohaghat and around 27 km from Champawat. Tari Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doba is 054149. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.02 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Doba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Doba
According to the 2011 Census, Doba village had a total population of 91 people, including 48 males and 43 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.63%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 60.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 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 | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Doba
Doba 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 Doba
Doba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Lohaghat to Doba is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Doba is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Doba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Doba
Where is Doba located?
Doba village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Doba?
The Gram Panchayat of Doba is Tari Gaon.
What is the pincode of Doba?
The pincode of Doba is 262523.
What is the population of Doba?
Doba had a total population of 91, including 48 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Doba?
Doba had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doba was 77.63%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 60.53%.