Dokhari - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Dokhari is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Lamkoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokhari is 040152. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.33 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dokhari
According to the 2011 Census, Dokhari village had a total population of 31 people, including 18 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 722 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.62%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 30.77%.
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 | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Dokhari
Dokhari 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 Dokhari
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dokhari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Dokhari is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dokhari is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dokhari
Where is Dokhari located?
Dokhari village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokhari is Lamkoti.
What is the pincode of Dokhari?
The pincode of Dokhari is 249185.
What is the population of Dokhari?
Dokhari had a total population of 31, including 18 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Dokhari?
Dokhari had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokhari was 58.62%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 30.77%.