Dikhol Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Dikhol Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Tol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dikhol Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikhol Gaon is 043130. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.31 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Dikhol Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dikhol Gaon
As per Census 2011, Dikhol Gaon village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 30 males and 39 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,300 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dikhol Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 12 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Dikhol Gaon
Dikhol Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharsari Gaon | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Bamana | North | 0.98 km |
| Pant Gaon | South | 1.12 km |
| Bhatkot | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Manda | West | 1.39 km |
| Bindua | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Ghandiyal | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Tol | South | 1.79 km |
| Lingui | East | 2.32 km |
| Saur | East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dikhol Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dikhol Gaon. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Dikhol Gaon is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dikhol Gaon is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dikhol Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dikhol Gaon 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 Dikhol Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dikhol Gaon 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 Dikhol Gaon
Where is Dikhol Gaon located?
Dikhol Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dikhol Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dikhol Gaon is Tol.
What is the pincode of Dikhol Gaon?
The pincode of Dikhol Gaon is 249161.
What is the population of Dikhol Gaon?
Dikhol Gaon has a total population of 69, including 30 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Dikhol Gaon?
There are 21 households in Dikhol Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dikhol Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikhol Gaon is 44.93%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 33.33%.