Dyotung - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Dyotung is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Surkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dyotung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dyotung is 049988. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.46 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Dyotung 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dyotung
According to the 2011 Census, Dyotung village had a total population of 58 people, including 28 males and 30 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.00%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Dyotung
Dyotung 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 Dyotung
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dyotung.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Dyotung is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dyotung is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dyotung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dyotung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dyotung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dyotung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dyotung
Where is Dyotung located?
Dyotung village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dyotung?
The Gram Panchayat of Dyotung is Surkhal.
What is the pincode of Dyotung?
The pincode of Dyotung is 262522.
What is the population of Dyotung?
Dyotung had a total population of 58, including 28 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Dyotung?
Dyotung had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dyotung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dyotung was 86.00%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 80.77%.