Dounri - Churah, Chamba
Dounri is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from Chamba. Donri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dounri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dounri is 006902. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Dounri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dounri
As per Census 2011, Dounri village has a total population of 850 people, consisting of 404 males and 446 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dounri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 404 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 110 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 478 | 273 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 131 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Dounri
Dounri 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 Dounri
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dounri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Dounri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dounri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dounri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dounri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dounri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dounri
Where is Dounri located?
Dounri village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dounri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dounri is Donri.
What is the pincode of Dounri?
The pincode of Dounri is 176316.
What is the population of Dounri?
Dounri has a total population of 850, including 404 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Dounri?
There are 166 households in Dounri.
What is the literacy rate in Dounri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dounri is 56.24%. Male literacy is 67.57% and female literacy is 45.96%.