Dunda - Bharmour, Chamba
Dunda is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 76 km from Chamba. Hadsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunda is 008233. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.05 hectares and falls under the 176315 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Dunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunda
According to the 2011 Census, Dunda village had a total population of 48 people, including 29 males and 19 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 655 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 14 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dunda
Dunda 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 Dunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Dunda is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunda 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 Dunda
Where is Dunda located?
Dunda village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunda is Hadsar.
What is the pincode of Dunda?
The pincode of Dunda is 176315.
What is the population of Dunda?
Dunda had a total population of 48, including 29 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Dunda?
Dunda had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunda was 58.33%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 40.00%.