Dungarpar - Jesar, Bhavnagar
Dungarpar is a village situated in the Jesar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Mahuva and around 135 km from Bhavnagar. Dungarpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungarpar is 516692. The village covers a total geographical area of 1007.66 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Dungarpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungarpar
According to the 2011 Census, Dungarpar village had a total population of 1,928 people, including 1,002 males and 926 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.26%, with male literacy at 80.19% and female literacy at 47.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 1,928 | 1,002 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 164 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 672 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 330 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Dungarpar
Dungarpar 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 Dungarpar
Dungarpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahuva to Dungarpar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dungarpar is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungarpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungarpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dungarpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungarpar 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 Dungarpar
Where is Dungarpar located?
Dungarpar village is located in Jesar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungarpar?
Dungarpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungarpar?
The pincode of Dungarpar is 364295.
What is the population of Dungarpar?
Dungarpar had a total population of 1,928, including 1,002 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Dungarpar?
Dungarpar had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungarpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungarpar was 64.26%. Male literacy was 80.19% and female literacy was 47.19%.