Dour - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Dour is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Lansdowne and around 100 km from Pauri. Kotakhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dour is 047418. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.27 hectares and falls under the 249302 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dour
As per Census 2011, Dour village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 30 males and 23 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 766 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Dour
Dour is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaletha | West | 0.78 km |
| Chundi Talli | South | 1.04 km |
| Doba | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Mathali Palli | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Lamrara | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Jui Talli | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Peeda | East | 1.46 km |
| Kunjoli | North | 1.70 km |
| Chundi Malli | South | 1.73 km |
| Gounu | West | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dour
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dour. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Dour is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Dour is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dour 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 Dour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dour 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 Dour
Where is Dour located?
Dour village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dour?
The Gram Panchayat of Dour is Kotakhal.
What is the pincode of Dour?
The pincode of Dour is 249302.
What is the population of Dour?
Dour has a total population of 53, including 30 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Dour?
There are 14 households in Dour.
What is the literacy rate in Dour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dour is 73.58%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 65.22%.