Dungru - Sihunta, Chamba
Dungru is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kamla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungru is 007648. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.73 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Dungru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungru
As per Census 2011, Dungru village has a total population of 878 people, consisting of 426 males and 452 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 594 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 426 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 594 | 278 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 316 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 110 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Dungru
Dungru 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 Dungru
Dungru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dungru is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungru 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dungru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dungru
Where is Dungru located?
Dungru village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungru?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungru is Kamla.
What is the pincode of Dungru?
The pincode of Dungru is 176207.
What is the population of Dungru?
Dungru has a total population of 878, including 426 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Dungru?
There are 196 households in Dungru.
What is the literacy rate in Dungru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungru is 68.00%. Male literacy is 74.18% and female literacy is 62.17%.