Dokuna - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dokuna is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dungra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokuna is 049469. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.72 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dokuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dokuna
As per Census 2011, Dokuna village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 44 males and 56 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,272 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 5 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dokuna
Dokuna 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 Dokuna
Public transport in the Dokuna is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Dokuna is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dokuna is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dokuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokuna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dokuna
Where is Dokuna located?
Dokuna village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokuna is Dungra.
What is the pincode of Dokuna?
The pincode of Dokuna is 262551.
What is the population of Dokuna?
Dokuna has a total population of 100, including 44 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Dokuna?
There are 35 households in Dokuna.
What is the literacy rate in Dokuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokuna is 68.00%. Male literacy is 88.64% and female literacy is 51.79%.