Dheeng - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Dheeng is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Lohaghat and around 30 km from Champawat. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheeng village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheeng is 054276. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.1 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dheeng 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 Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dheeng
According to the 2011 Census, Dheeng village had a total population of 155 people, including 65 males and 90 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,385 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.77%, with male literacy at 90.20% and female literacy at 58.23%.
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 | 155 | 65 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 19 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Dheeng
Dheeng 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 Dheeng
Public transport in the Dheeng is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Lohaghat to Dheeng is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Dheeng is about 30 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 Dheeng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheeng 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dheeng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dheeng 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dheeng
Where is Dheeng located?
Dheeng village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dheeng?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheeng is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Dheeng?
The pincode of Dheeng is 262524.
What is the population of Dheeng?
Dheeng had a total population of 155, including 65 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Dheeng?
Dheeng had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheeng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheeng was 70.77%. Male literacy was 90.20% and female literacy was 58.23%.