Duchanu - Mori, Uttarkashi
Duchanu is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 214 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Duchanu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duchanu is 040186. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.14 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Duchanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Duchanu
According to the 2011 Census, Duchanu village had a total population of 460 people, including 264 males and 196 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 742 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.67%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133.
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 | 460 | 264 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 72 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 198 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 66 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Duchanu
Duchanu 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 Duchanu
Duchanu 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Duchanu is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Duchanu is about 214 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duchanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duchanu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Duchanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duchanu 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 Duchanu
Where is Duchanu located?
Duchanu village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duchanu?
Duchanu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Duchanu?
The pincode of Duchanu is 249128.
What is the population of Duchanu?
Duchanu had a total population of 460, including 264 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Duchanu?
Duchanu had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duchanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duchanu was 69.67%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 53.33%.