Dhola Ghar - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dhola Ghar is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kheeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhola Ghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhola Ghar is 049254. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.82 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dhola Ghar 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhola Ghar
According to the 2011 Census, Dhola Ghar village had a total population of 35 people, including 15 males and 20 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 58.82%.
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 | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Dhola Ghar
Dhola Ghar 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 Dhola Ghar
Public transport in the Dhola Ghar is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dhola Ghar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhola Ghar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhola Ghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhola Ghar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhola Ghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhola Ghar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhola Ghar
Where is Dhola Ghar located?
Dhola Ghar village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhola Ghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhola Ghar is Kheeri.
What is the pincode of Dhola Ghar?
The pincode of Dhola Ghar is 262551.
What is the population of Dhola Ghar?
Dhola Ghar had a total population of 35, including 15 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Dhola Ghar?
Dhola Ghar had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhola Ghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhola Ghar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 58.82%.