Dhokane - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Dhokane is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kamoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhokane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhokane is 054577. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.42 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dhokane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhokane
According to the 2011 Census, Dhokane village had a total population of 72 people, including 38 males and 34 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.08%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 65.52%.
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 | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 3 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Dhokane
Dhokane 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 Dhokane
Dhokane 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 >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 Almora to Dhokane is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dhokane is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhokane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhokane 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhokane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhokane 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 Dhokane
Where is Dhokane located?
Dhokane village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhokane?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhokane is Kamoli.
What is the pincode of Dhokane?
The pincode of Dhokane is 263135.
What is the population of Dhokane?
Dhokane had a total population of 72, including 38 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Dhokane?
Dhokane had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhokane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhokane was 83.08%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 65.52%.