Dopaharia - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Dopaharia is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Dopahriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dopaharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dopaharia is 055991. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.9 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dopaharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dopaharia
According to the 2011 Census, Dopaharia village had a total population of 1,794 people, including 955 males and 839 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.47%, with male literacy at 80.02% and female literacy at 55.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 406, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,794 | 955 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 144 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 204 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,040 | 649 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 306 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Dopaharia
Dopaharia 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 Dopaharia
Dopaharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dopaharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Dopaharia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Dopaharia is about 19 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 Dopaharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dopaharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dopaharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dopaharia 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 Dopaharia
Where is Dopaharia located?
Dopaharia village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dopaharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dopaharia is Dopahriya.
What is the pincode of Dopaharia?
The pincode of Dopaharia is 263148.
What is the population of Dopaharia?
Dopaharia had a total population of 1,794, including 955 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Dopaharia?
Dopaharia had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dopaharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dopaharia was 68.47%. Male literacy was 80.02% and female literacy was 55.23%.