Dungara
Dungara is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Dungara has its own place in the vibrant Kathua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dungara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dungara is 001708. The village spans a total geographical area of 690 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184203. Billawar is nearest town to Dungara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Dungara
Population of Dungara
Below is a concise population overview of Dungara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,358 | 1,785 | 1,573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 254 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,485 | 775 | 710 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 2,111 | 1,268 | 843 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 517 | 730 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dungara village:
- The total population of Dungara village is around 3,358, including approximately 1,785 males and 1,573 females, with a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 460 children aged 0–6 years in Dungara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dungara village has 1,485 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 132 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dungara village is about 62.86%, with male literacy at 71.04% and female literacy at 53.59%.
- There are around 629 households in Dungara village.
Connectivity of Dungara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dungara. As per the 2011 stats, Dungara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dungara
Knowing the nearby villages of Dungara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dungara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dungara
- Where is Dungara located?
- Dungara village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Dungara?
- The pincode of Dungara is 184203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dungara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dungara is 3,358, with 1,785 males and 1,573 females.
- How many households are there in Dungara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dungara village has a total of 629 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dungara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dungara is 62.86%. The male literacy rate is 71.04%, while the female literacy rate is 53.59%.