Dohniya - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Dohniya is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dohniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohniya is 055511. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.17 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Dohniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dohniya
As per Census 2011, Dohniya village has a total population of 643 people, consisting of 324 males and 319 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dohniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 324 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 275 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 49 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Dohniya
Dohniya 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 Dohniya
Dohniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ramnagar to Dohniya is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dohniya is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dohniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dohniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dohniya
Where is Dohniya located?
Dohniya village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dohniya?
Dohniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dohniya?
The pincode of Dohniya is 263159.
What is the population of Dohniya?
Dohniya has a total population of 643, including 324 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Dohniya?
There are 137 households in Dohniya.
What is the literacy rate in Dohniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohniya is 78.23%. Male literacy is 84.88% and female literacy is 71.47%.