Dhundyara - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dhundyara is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Jiyunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhundyara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhundyara is 007391. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.9 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Dhundyara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhundyara
According to the 2011 Census, Dhundyara village had a total population of 449 people, including 211 males and 238 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.81%, with male literacy at 90.86% and female literacy at 71.90%.
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 | 449 | 211 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 169 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 42 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Dhundyara
Dhundyara 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 Dhundyara
Dhundyara 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 | 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 Dhundyara is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhundyara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhundyara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhundyara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhundyara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhundyara
Where is Dhundyara located?
Dhundyara village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhundyara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhundyara is Jiyunta.
What is the pincode of Dhundyara?
The pincode of Dhundyara is 176303.
What is the population of Dhundyara?
Dhundyara had a total population of 449, including 211 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Dhundyara?
Dhundyara had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhundyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhundyara was 80.81%. Male literacy was 90.86% and female literacy was 71.90%.