Dhol Kura - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Dhol Kura is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sani Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhol Kura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhol Kura is 049671. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.05 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Dhol Kura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kura
According to the 2011 Census, Dhol Kura village had a total population of 3 people, including 1 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Dhol Kura
Dhol Kura 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 Kura
Public transport in the Dhol Kura 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 Kura is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhol Kura is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhol Kura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhol Kura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhol Kura
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 Kura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhol Kura
Where is Dhol Kura located?
Dhol Kura village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhol Kura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhol Kura is Sani Khet.
What is the pincode of Dhol Kura?
The pincode of Dhol Kura is 262531.
What is the population of Dhol Kura?
Dhol Kura had a total population of 3, including 1 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Dhol Kura?
Dhol Kura had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhol Kura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhol Kura was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.