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.
Here you can discover what makes Dungara unique in its vibrant Billawar-Kathua region. You’ll see Dungara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Dungara has a total population of about 3,358, with approximately 1,785 males and 1,573 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,485 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 132. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.86%, with male literacy at about 71.04% and female literacy near 53.59%. There are around 629 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dungara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.