Dhugeti - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dhugeti is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dhungeti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhugeti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhugeti is 049206. The village covers a total geographical area of 561.82 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dhugeti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhugeti
According to the 2011 Census, Dhugeti village had a total population of 446 people, including 231 males and 215 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.67%, with male literacy at 95.12% and female literacy at 88.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 446 | 231 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 26 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 195 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 36 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dhugeti
Dhugeti 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 Dhugeti
Public transport in the Dhugeti 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 Dhugeti is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhugeti is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhugeti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhugeti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhugeti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhugeti 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhugeti
Where is Dhugeti located?
Dhugeti village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhugeti?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhugeti is Dhungeti.
What is the pincode of Dhugeti?
The pincode of Dhugeti is 262551.
What is the population of Dhugeti?
Dhugeti had a total population of 446, including 231 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Dhugeti?
Dhugeti had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhugeti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhugeti was 91.67%. Male literacy was 95.12% and female literacy was 88.18%.