Dungi - Renuka, Sirmaur
Dungi is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Lana Pallar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungi is 022965. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 173023 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Dungi 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dungi village had a total population of 546 people, including 262 males and 284 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.69%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 76.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254.
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 | 546 | 262 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 116 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 187 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 75 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Dungi
Dungi 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
Dungi 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 Nahan to Dungi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dungi
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dungi
Where is Dungi located?
Dungi village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dungi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungi is Lana Pallar.
What is the pincode of Dungi?
The pincode of Dungi is 173023.
What is the population of Dungi?
Dungi had a total population of 546, including 262 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Dungi?
Dungi had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungi was 80.69%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 76.76%.