Paniya Dungri - Dhari, Amreli
Paniya Dungri is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Kotda-paniyadungari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paniya Dungri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paniya Dungri is 515732. The village covers a total geographical area of 4900.92 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Paniya Dungri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paniya Dungri
According to the 2011 Census, Paniya Dungri village had a total population of 492 people, including 266 males and 226 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.78%, with male literacy at 38.46% and female literacy at 43.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 492 | 266 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 181 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Paniya Dungri
Paniya Dungri 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 Paniya Dungri
Paniya Dungri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Paniya Dungri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Paniya Dungri is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Paniya Dungri is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paniya Dungri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paniya Dungri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paniya Dungri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paniya Dungri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paniya Dungri
Where is Paniya Dungri located?
Paniya Dungri village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paniya Dungri?
The Gram Panchayat of Paniya Dungri is Kotda-paniyadungari.
What is the pincode of Paniya Dungri?
The pincode of Paniya Dungri is 365640.
What is the population of Paniya Dungri?
Paniya Dungri had a total population of 492, including 266 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Paniya Dungri?
Paniya Dungri had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paniya Dungri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paniya Dungri was 40.78%. Male literacy was 38.46% and female literacy was 43.46%.