Dhuratoli - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Dhuratoli is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dhura Toli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuratoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuratoli is 048881. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.63 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Dhuratoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhuratoli
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuratoli village had a total population of 180 people, including 81 males and 99 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 89.71% and female literacy at 59.26%.
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 | 180 | 81 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 20 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuratoli
Dhuratoli 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 Dhuratoli
Public transport in the Dhuratoli 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 Dhuratoli is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhuratoli is about 130 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 Dhuratoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuratoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuratoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuratoli 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 Dhuratoli
Where is Dhuratoli located?
Dhuratoli village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhuratoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuratoli is Dhura Toli.
What is the pincode of Dhuratoli?
The pincode of Dhuratoli is 262554.
What is the population of Dhuratoli?
Dhuratoli had a total population of 180, including 81 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dhuratoli?
Dhuratoli had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuratoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuratoli was 73.15%. Male literacy was 89.71% and female literacy was 59.26%.