Dungar - Fatepura, Dahod
Dungar is a village situated in the Fatepura taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Fatepura and around 60 km from Dohad. Dungar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungar is 518994. The village covers a total geographical area of 1546.16 hectares and falls under the 389172 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dungar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatepura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungar
According to the 2011 Census, Dungar village had a total population of 7,218 people, including 3,716 males and 3,502 females, living in 1,170 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.72%, with male literacy at 76.77% and female literacy at 50.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7,213.
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 | 7,218 | 3,716 | 3,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,256 | 685 | 571 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7,213 | 3,713 | 3,500 |
| Literate Population | 3,799 | 2,327 | 1,472 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,419 | 1,389 | 2,030 |
Nearby Villages of Dungar
Dungar 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 Dungar
Public transport in the Dungar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Dungar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Dungar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dungar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungar 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 Dungar
Where is Dungar located?
Dungar village is located in Fatepura Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dungar?
Dungar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungar?
The pincode of Dungar is 389172.
What is the population of Dungar?
Dungar had a total population of 7,218, including 3,716 males and 3,502 females.
How many households are there in Dungar?
Dungar had 1,170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungar was 63.72%. Male literacy was 76.77% and female literacy was 50.22%.