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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dolma
According to the 2011 Census, Dolma village had a total population of 75 people, including 39 males and 36 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.20%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 75, including 39 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Dolma?
Dolma had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dolma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolma was 66.20%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.