Dolsi - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Dolsi is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 75 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Syalsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolsi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolsi is 044266. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dolsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dolsi
As per Census 2011, Dolsi village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 55 males and 57 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 5 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Dolsi
Dolsi 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 Dolsi
Dolsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Dolsi.
| 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 | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Dolsi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dolsi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dolsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dolsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dolsi
Where is Dolsi located?
Dolsi village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolsi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolsi is Syalsi.
What is the pincode of Dolsi?
The pincode of Dolsi is 249180.
What is the population of Dolsi?
Dolsi has a total population of 112, including 55 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Dolsi?
There are 18 households in Dolsi.
What is the literacy rate in Dolsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolsi is 78.57%. Male literacy is 90.91% and female literacy is 66.67%.