Dobhal Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Dobhal Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 12 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pursholgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dobhal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dobhal Gaon is 044005. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.36 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dobhal 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dobhal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dobhal Gaon village had a total population of 132 people, including 61 males and 71 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.58%, with male literacy at 97.96% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 132 | 61 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 13 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Dobhal Gaon
Dobhal Gaon 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 Dobhal Gaon
Dobhal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Dobhal Gaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dobhal Gaon is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dobhal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dobhal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dobhal 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 Dobhal Gaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dobhal Gaon
Where is Dobhal Gaon located?
Dobhal Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dobhal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dobhal Gaon is Pursholgaon.
What is the pincode of Dobhal Gaon?
The pincode of Dobhal Gaon is 249145.
What is the population of Dobhal Gaon?
Dobhal Gaon had a total population of 132, including 61 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Dobhal Gaon?
Dobhal Gaon had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dobhal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dobhal Gaon was 81.58%. Male literacy was 97.96% and female literacy was 69.23%.