Durlekh - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Durlekh is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Durlekh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durlekh is 049306. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.37 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Durlekh 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 Durlekh
According to the 2011 Census, Durlekh village had a total population of 614 people, including 280 males and 334 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.36%, with male literacy at 94.76% and female literacy at 66.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 614 | 280 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 51 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 42 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 217 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 63 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Durlekh
Durlekh 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 Durlekh
Durlekh 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 Durlekh is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Durlekh is about 55 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 Durlekh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durlekh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durlekh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durlekh 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 Durlekh
Where is Durlekh located?
Durlekh village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durlekh?
Durlekh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durlekh?
The pincode of Durlekh is 262551.
What is the population of Durlekh?
Durlekh had a total population of 614, including 280 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Durlekh?
Durlekh had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durlekh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durlekh was 78.36%. Male literacy was 94.76% and female literacy was 66.12%.