Doona Kot - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Doona Kot is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dunakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doona Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doona Kot is 049190. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.08 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Doona Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Doona Kot
As per Census 2011, Doona Kot village has a total population of 574 people, consisting of 271 males and 303 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doona Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 574 | 271 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 221 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 50 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Doona Kot
Doona Kot 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 Doona Kot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Doona Kot.
| 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 Doona Kot is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Doona Kot 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 Doona Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doona Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doona Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doona Kot 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 Doona Kot
Where is Doona Kot located?
Doona Kot village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doona Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Doona Kot is Dunakot.
What is the pincode of Doona Kot?
The pincode of Doona Kot is 262551.
What is the population of Doona Kot?
Doona Kot has a total population of 574, including 271 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Doona Kot?
There are 141 households in Doona Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Doona Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doona Kot is 70.03%. Male literacy is 81.55% and female literacy is 59.74%.