Dun Khola - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Dun Khola is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sahgarau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dun Khola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dun Khola is 049626. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.01 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dun Khola 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 Dun Khola
According to the 2011 Census, Dun Khola village had a total population of 38 people, including 19 males and 19 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.29%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 77.78%. 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 | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Dun Khola
Dun Khola 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 Dun Khola
Dun Khola 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 >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 Dun Khola is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dun Khola is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dun Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dun Khola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dun Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dun Khola 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 Dun Khola
Where is Dun Khola located?
Dun Khola village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dun Khola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dun Khola is Sahgarau.
What is the pincode of Dun Khola?
The pincode of Dun Khola is 262531.
What is the population of Dun Khola?
Dun Khola had a total population of 38, including 19 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Dun Khola?
Dun Khola had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dun Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dun Khola was 85.29%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 77.78%.