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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhingtar
As per Census 2011, Dhingtar village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 124 males and 144 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhingtar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 124 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 268, including 124 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Dhingtar?
There are 61 households in Dhingtar.
What is the literacy rate in Dhingtar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhingtar is 67.54%. Male literacy is 76.61% and female literacy is 59.72%.