Dom - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Dom is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Dobha Jakhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dom is 042679. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.83 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dom
As per Census 2011, Dom village has a total population of 558 people, consisting of 220 males and 338 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,536 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 220 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 153 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 67 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Dom
Dom 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 Dom
Dom 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 Rudraprayag to Dom is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dom 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dom 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 Dom
Where is Dom located?
Dom village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dom?
The Gram Panchayat of Dom is Dobha Jakhal.
What is the pincode of Dom?
The pincode of Dom is 246475.
What is the population of Dom?
Dom has a total population of 558, including 220 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Dom?
There are 122 households in Dom.
What is the literacy rate in Dom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dom is 56.99%. Male literacy is 69.55% and female literacy is 48.82%.