Dantola - Pankhu, Pithoragarh
Dantola is a village situated in the Pankhu tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Berinag and around 70 km from Pithoragarh. Pankhusera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dantola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dantola is 049562. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.25 hectares and falls under the 262533 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dantola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dantola
As per Census 2011, Dantola village has a total population of 262 people, consisting of 123 males and 139 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dantola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 262 | 123 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 75 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 39 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Dantola
Dantola 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 Dantola
Public transport in the Dantola is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Dantola is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dantola 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 Dantola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dantola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dantola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dantola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dantola
Where is Dantola located?
Dantola village is located in Pankhu Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dantola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dantola is Pankhusera.
What is the pincode of Dantola?
The pincode of Dantola is 262533.
What is the population of Dantola?
Dantola has a total population of 262, including 123 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Dantola?
There are 54 households in Dantola.
What is the literacy rate in Dantola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dantola is 60.69%. Male literacy is 68.29% and female literacy is 53.96%.