Dumgaon - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Dumgaon is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sirsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumgaon is 054544. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.59 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dumgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dumgaon village had a total population of 33 people, including 18 males and 15 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Dumgaon
Dumgaon 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 Dumgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dumgaon.
| 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 Dumgaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dumgaon is about 52 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 Dumgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumgaon 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 Dumgaon
Where is Dumgaon located?
Dumgaon village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dumgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumgaon is Sirsa.
What is the pincode of Dumgaon?
The pincode of Dumgaon is 263135.
What is the population of Dumgaon?
Dumgaon had a total population of 33, including 18 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Dumgaon?
Dumgaon had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumgaon was 85.71%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.