Dokhariyani - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Dokhariyani is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Raun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dokhariyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dokhariyani is 040111. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.94 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dokhariyani 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 Dokhariyani
As per Census 2011, Dokhariyani village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 66 males and 73 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dokhariyani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 20 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dokhariyani
Dokhariyani 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 Dokhariyani
Dokhariyani 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 <5 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 Dokhariyani is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dokhariyani is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dokhariyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dokhariyani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dokhariyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dokhariyani 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dokhariyani
Where is Dokhariyani located?
Dokhariyani village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dokhariyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dokhariyani is Raun.
What is the pincode of Dokhariyani?
The pincode of Dokhariyani is 249185.
What is the population of Dokhariyani?
Dokhariyani has a total population of 139, including 66 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Dokhariyani?
There are 26 households in Dokhariyani.
What is the literacy rate in Dokhariyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokhariyani is 52.52%. Male literacy is 69.70% and female literacy is 36.99%.