Dungla - Dharmsala, Kangra
Dungla is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sudhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungla is 009508. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.26 hectares and falls under the 176217 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Dungla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungla
As per Census 2011, Dungla village has a total population of 237 people, consisting of 120 males and 117 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 27 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Dungla
Dungla 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 Dungla
Dungla 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 Dharmsala to Dungla is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dungla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dungla
Where is Dungla located?
Dungla village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungla?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungla is Sudhed.
What is the pincode of Dungla?
The pincode of Dungla is 176217.
What is the population of Dungla?
Dungla has a total population of 237, including 120 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Dungla?
There are 51 households in Dungla.
What is the literacy rate in Dungla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungla is 74.26%. Male literacy is 77.50% and female literacy is 70.94%.