Dova - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Dova is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Kotdwara and around 82 km from Pauri. Baadkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dova village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dova is 048493. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.76 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dova village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dova
According to the 2011 Census, Dova village had a total population of 16 people, including 6 males and 10 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.67%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 88.89%.
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 | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Dova
Dova 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 Dova
Public transport in the Dova is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dova.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Dova is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Dova is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dova
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dova 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dova
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dova 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 Dova
Where is Dova located?
Dova village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dova?
The Gram Panchayat of Dova is Baadkot.
What is the pincode of Dova?
The pincode of Dova is 246149.
What is the population of Dova?
Dova had a total population of 16, including 6 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Dova?
Dova had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dova?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dova was 86.67%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 88.89%.