Dungi Kandyon - Dadahu, Sirmaur
Dungi Kandyon is a village situated in the Dadahu tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Pannar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungi Kandyon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungi Kandyon is 023088. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.89 hectares and falls under the 173022 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Dungi Kandyon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungi Kandyon
According to the 2011 Census, Dungi Kandyon village had a total population of 458 people, including 218 males and 240 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 64.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 458 | 218 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 161 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 57 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Dungi Kandyon
Dungi Kandyon 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 Dungi Kandyon
Dungi Kandyon 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 Nahan to Dungi Kandyon is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungi Kandyon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungi Kandyon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dungi Kandyon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungi Kandyon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dungi Kandyon
Where is Dungi Kandyon located?
Dungi Kandyon village is located in Dadahu Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dungi Kandyon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungi Kandyon is Pannar.
What is the pincode of Dungi Kandyon?
The pincode of Dungi Kandyon is 173022.
What is the population of Dungi Kandyon?
Dungi Kandyon had a total population of 458, including 218 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Dungi Kandyon?
Dungi Kandyon had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungi Kandyon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungi Kandyon was 73.33%. Male literacy was 83.42% and female literacy was 64.15%.