Dulepuri - Ramnagar, Nainital
Dulepuri is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dulepuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulepuri is 055358. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.16 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dulepuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dulepuri
According to the 2011 Census, Dulepuri village had a total population of 986 people, including 497 males and 489 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.69%, with male literacy at 93.37% and female literacy at 80.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 986 | 497 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 90 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 380 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 117 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Dulepuri
Dulepuri 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 Dulepuri
Dulepuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Dulepuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Dulepuri is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dulepuri is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulepuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulepuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dulepuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulepuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dulepuri
Where is Dulepuri located?
Dulepuri village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dulepuri?
Dulepuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dulepuri?
The pincode of Dulepuri is 244715.
What is the population of Dulepuri?
Dulepuri had a total population of 986, including 497 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Dulepuri?
Dulepuri had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulepuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulepuri was 86.69%. Male literacy was 93.37% and female literacy was 80.33%.