Dungarka
Dungarka is a village located in Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Paddhari (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Dungarka village is also a gram panchayat.
Dungarka has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dungarka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dungarka is 512884. The village spans a total geographical area of 686.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360110. Paddhari is nearest town to Dungarka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dungarka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dungarka
Below is a concise population overview of Dungarka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 429 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 339 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 90 | 133 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dungarka village:
- The total population of Dungarka village is around 851, including approximately 429 males and 422 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Dungarka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dungarka village has 43 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dungarka village is about 73.80%, with male literacy at 79.02% and female literacy at 68.48%.
- There are around 175 households in Dungarka village.
Connectivity of Dungarka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dungarka. As per the 2011 stats, Dungarka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dungarka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dungarka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dungarka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dungarka
- Where is Dungarka located?
- Dungarka village is situated in Paddhari Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dungarka?
- Dungarka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dungarka?
- The pincode of Dungarka is 360110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dungarka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dungarka is 851, with 429 males and 422 females.
- How many households are there in Dungarka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dungarka village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dungarka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dungarka is 73.80%. The male literacy rate is 79.02%, while the female literacy rate is 68.48%.