Dungra - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Dungra is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Gaurella and around 85 km from Bilaspur. Dungra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungra is 437498. The village covers a total geographical area of 2304.1 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dungra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungra
As per Census 2011, Dungra village has a total population of 1,213 people, consisting of 641 males and 572 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 649 literate and 564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 957 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 641 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 957 | 505 | 452 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 425 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 564 | 216 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Dungra
Dungra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Belpat | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Umarkhohi | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Kasai Bahra | South | 4.69 km |
| Nagoi | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Newari Bahra | South-East | 5.83 km |
| Kenda | South-East | 5.93 km |
| Bitkuli | South-West | 6.26 km |
| Rigriga | South-West | 6.30 km |
| Nagpura | South | 6.33 km |
| Navagaon Son | South-West | 6.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dungra
Dungra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tenganmada, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Dungra is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dungra is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dungra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dungra
Where is Dungra located?
Dungra village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungra?
Dungra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungra?
The pincode of Dungra is 495117.
What is the population of Dungra?
Dungra has a total population of 1,213, including 641 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Dungra?
There are 295 households in Dungra.
What is the literacy rate in Dungra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungra is 53.50%. Male literacy is 66.30% and female literacy is 39.16%.