Dhol Katiya - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Dhol Katiya is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Barsayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhol Katiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhol Katiya is 049612. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.5 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhol Katiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhol Katiya
As per Census 2011, Dhol Katiya village has a total population of 74 people, consisting of 38 males and 36 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhol Katiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Dhol Katiya
Dhol Katiya 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 Dhol Katiya
Dhol Katiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Dhol Katiya is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhol Katiya is about 80 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 Dhol Katiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhol Katiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhol Katiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhol Katiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhol Katiya
Where is Dhol Katiya located?
Dhol Katiya village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhol Katiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhol Katiya is Barsayat.
What is the pincode of Dhol Katiya?
The pincode of Dhol Katiya is 262531.
What is the population of Dhol Katiya?
Dhol Katiya has a total population of 74, including 38 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Dhol Katiya?
There are 18 households in Dhol Katiya.
What is the literacy rate in Dhol Katiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhol Katiya is 75.68%. Male literacy is 81.58% and female literacy is 69.44%.