Dunga - Orchha, Narayanpur
Dunga is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Dunga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunga is 450027. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Dunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunga
According to the 2011 Census, Dunga village had a total population of 972 people, including 458 males and 514 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.07%, with male literacy at 26.54% and female literacy at 29.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 967.
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 | 972 | 458 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 967 | 456 | 511 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 99 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 359 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Dunga
Dunga 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 Dunga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dunga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Dunga is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunga 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 Dunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunga 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 Dunga
Where is Dunga located?
Dunga village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunga?
Dunga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dunga?
The pincode of Dunga is 494661.
What is the population of Dunga?
Dunga had a total population of 972, including 458 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Dunga?
Dunga had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunga was 28.07%. Male literacy was 26.54% and female literacy was 29.43%.