Dhugal Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dhugal Gaon 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 51 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Ojha Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhugal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhugal Gaon is 049473. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.94 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhugal Gaon 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 Dhugal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhugal Gaon village had a total population of 40 people, including 17 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,353 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.86%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 2 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Dhugal Gaon
Dhugal Gaon 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 Dhugal Gaon
Dhugal Gaon 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 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 Dhugal Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhugal Gaon is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhugal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhugal Gaon 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 Dhugal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhugal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhugal Gaon
Where is Dhugal Gaon located?
Dhugal Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhugal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhugal Gaon is Ojha Talla.
What is the pincode of Dhugal Gaon?
The pincode of Dhugal Gaon is 262543.
What is the population of Dhugal Gaon?
Dhugal Gaon had a total population of 40, including 17 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Dhugal Gaon?
Dhugal Gaon had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhugal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhugal Gaon was 82.86%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.