Dunana - Chirgaon, Shimla
Dunana is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhampher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunana is 026568. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.69 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Dunana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dunana
According to the 2011 Census, Dunana village had a total population of 127 people, including 63 males and 64 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.86%, with male literacy at 91.80% and female literacy at 66.13%.
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 | 127 | 63 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 7 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Dunana
Dunana 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 Dunana
Dunana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dunana is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dunana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dunana
Where is Dunana located?
Dunana village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunana is Bhampher.
What is the pincode of Dunana?
The pincode of Dunana is 171208.
What is the population of Dunana?
Dunana had a total population of 127, including 63 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Dunana?
Dunana had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunana was 78.86%. Male literacy was 91.80% and female literacy was 66.13%.