Dov - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Dov is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Maroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dov village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dov is 043141. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.52 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dov village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dov
As per Census 2011, Dov village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 76 males and 102 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,342 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 102 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dov are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 76 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 38 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Dov
Dov 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 Dov
Dov 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 >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 Devprayag to Dov is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dov is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dov
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dov 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dov
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dov village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dov
Where is Dov located?
Dov village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dov?
The Gram Panchayat of Dov is Maroda.
What is the pincode of Dov?
The pincode of Dov is 249192.
What is the population of Dov?
Dov has a total population of 178, including 76 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Dov?
There are 52 households in Dov.
What is the literacy rate in Dov?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dov is 42.70%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 37.25%.