Dwina - Kalsi, Dehradun
Dwina is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Laccha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwina is 044825. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.45 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dwina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dwina
According to the 2011 Census, Dwina village had a total population of 175 people, including 88 males and 87 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 81.58% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 26 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dwina
Dwina 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 Dwina
Dwina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Dwina is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Dwina is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dwina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dwina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwina 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dwina
Where is Dwina located?
Dwina village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dwina?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwina is Laccha.
What is the pincode of Dwina?
The pincode of Dwina is 248001.
What is the population of Dwina?
Dwina had a total population of 175, including 88 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Dwina?
Dwina had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwina was 72.73%. Male literacy was 81.58% and female literacy was 64.10%.