Dungarka - Paddhari, Rajkot
Dungarka is a village situated in the Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paddhari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Dungarka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungarka is 512884. The village covers a total geographical area of 686.53 hectares and falls under the 360110 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dungarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungarka
As per Census 2011, Dungarka village has a total population of 851 people, consisting of 429 males and 422 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 628 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungarka are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dungarka
Dungarka 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 Dungarka
Dungarka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dungarka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paddhari to Dungarka is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Dungarka is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungarka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dungarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungarka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dungarka
Where is Dungarka located?
Dungarka village is located in Paddhari Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungarka?
Dungarka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungarka?
The pincode of Dungarka is 360110.
What is the population of Dungarka?
Dungarka has a total population of 851, including 429 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Dungarka?
There are 175 households in Dungarka.
What is the literacy rate in Dungarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungarka is 73.80%. Male literacy is 79.02% and female literacy is 68.48%.