Dhingtar - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dhingtar is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dhingtarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhingtar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhingtar is 049264. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhingtar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhingtar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhingtar village had a total population of 268 people, including 124 males and 144 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,161 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.90%, with male literacy at 97.94% and female literacy at 69.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 268 | 124 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 29 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Dhingtar
Dhingtar 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 Dhingtar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhingtar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Dhingtar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhingtar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhingtar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhingtar 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 Dhingtar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhingtar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhingtar
Where is Dhingtar located?
Dhingtar village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhingtar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhingtar is Dhingtarh.
What is the pincode of Dhingtar?
The pincode of Dhingtar is 262552.
What is the population of Dhingtar?
Dhingtar had a total population of 268, including 124 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Dhingtar?
Dhingtar had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhingtar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhingtar was 81.90%. Male literacy was 97.94% and female literacy was 69.35%.