Dungri - Vanthali, Junagadh
Dungri is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Dungri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungri is 514406. The village covers a total geographical area of 552.69 hectares and falls under the 362610 pincode. Vanthali is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
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 Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungri
As per Census 2011, Dungri village has a total population of 880 people, consisting of 429 males and 451 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 | 429 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 125 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 362 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 67 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Dungri
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 Dungri
Dungri 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 Vanthali to Dungri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dungri is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Dungri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dungri
Where is Dungri located?
Dungri village is located in Vanthali Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungri?
Dungri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungri?
The pincode of Dungri is 362610.
What is the population of Dungri?
Dungri has a total population of 880, including 429 males and 451 females.
How many households are there in Dungri?
There are 200 households in Dungri.
What is the literacy rate in Dungri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungri is 75.57%. Male literacy is 84.38% and female literacy is 67.18%.