Daula - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Daula is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Daula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daula is 042226. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.71 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Daula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daula
According to the 2011 Census, Daula village had a total population of 249 people, including 107 males and 142 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,327 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 94.32% and female literacy at 71.77%.
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 | 249 | 107 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 83 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 24 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Daula
Daula 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 Daula
Daula 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 Daula is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daula 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Daula
Where is Daula located?
Daula village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daula?
Daula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daula?
The pincode of Daula is 246425.
What is the population of Daula?
Daula had a total population of 249, including 107 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Daula?
Daula had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daula was 81.13%. Male literacy was 94.32% and female literacy was 71.77%.