Doni - Mori, Uttarkashi
Doni is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 190 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Doni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doni is 040222. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.04 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Doni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Doni
According to the 2011 Census, Doni village had a total population of 721 people, including 368 males and 353 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.80%, with male literacy at 72.37% and female literacy at 44.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292.
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 | 721 | 368 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 64 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 151 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 220 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 148 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Doni
Doni 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 Doni
Doni 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 Barkot to Doni is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Doni is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Doni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doni 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 Doni
Where is Doni located?
Doni village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Doni?
Doni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Doni?
The pincode of Doni is 249128.
What is the population of Doni?
Doni had a total population of 721, including 368 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Doni?
Doni had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doni was 58.80%. Male literacy was 72.37% and female literacy was 44.13%.