Dhoira - Kalsi, Dehradun
Dhoira is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Dhaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhoira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhoira is 044924. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.94 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhoira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhoira
As per Census 2011, Dhoira village has a total population of 900 people, consisting of 444 males and 456 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhoira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 444 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 273 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 166 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 271 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 173 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Dhoira
Dhoira 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 Dhoira
Dhoira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Dhoira is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Dhoira is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhoira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhoira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhoira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhoira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhoira
Where is Dhoira located?
Dhoira village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhoira?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhoira is Dhaira.
What is the pincode of Dhoira?
The pincode of Dhoira is 248001.
What is the population of Dhoira?
Dhoira has a total population of 900, including 444 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Dhoira?
There are 114 households in Dhoira.
What is the literacy rate in Dhoira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhoira is 54.44%. Male literacy is 61.04% and female literacy is 48.03%.