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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Dungi village has a total population of 546 people, consisting of 262 males and 284 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 262 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 116 | 138 |
| 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 has a total population of 546, including 262 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Dungi?
There are 83 households in Dungi.
What is the literacy rate in Dungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungi is 68.13%. Male literacy is 71.37% and female literacy is 65.14%.