Dolma - Bangapani, Pithoragarh
Dolma is a village situated in the Bangapani tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Munsiari and around 130 km from Pithoragarh. Rapti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolma is 048902. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.89 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Dolma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dolma
As per Census 2011, Dolma village has a total population of 75 people, consisting of 39 males and 36 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Dolma
Dolma 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 Dolma
Dolma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Didihat to Dolma is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dolma is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolma 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 Dolma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolma 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dolma
Where is Dolma located?
Dolma village is located in Bangapani Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolma?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolma is Rapti.
What is the pincode of Dolma?
The pincode of Dolma is 262554.
What is the population of Dolma?
Dolma has a total population of 75, including 39 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Dolma?
There are 21 households in Dolma.
What is the literacy rate in Dolma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolma is 62.67%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 55.56%.