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
According to the 2011 Census, Dokhariyani village had a total population of 139 people, including 66 males and 73 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.18%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 46.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 139, including 66 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Dokhariyani?
Dokhariyani had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dokhariyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dokhariyani was 65.18%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 46.55%.