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
As per Census 2011, Dhundyara village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 211 males and 238 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 129 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhundyara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 211 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 449, including 211 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Dhundyara?
There are 94 households in Dhundyara.
What is the literacy rate in Dhundyara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhundyara is 71.27%. Male literacy is 80.09% and female literacy is 63.45%.