Dundru - Peshrar, Lohardaga
Dundru is a village situated in the Peshrar subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peshrar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Hesag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dundru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dundru is 362957. The village covers a total geographical area of 744 hectares and falls under the 835302 pincode.
Dundru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishunpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dundru
According to the 2011 Census, Dundru village had a total population of 523 people, including 264 males and 259 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.76%, with male literacy at 61.11% and female literacy at 44.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
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 | 523 | 264 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 232 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 132 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 132 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Dundru
Dundru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hundi | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Jurni | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Garatu | South | 3.18 km |
| Batru | East | 3.31 km |
| Hesag | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Churwe | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Pirtaul | South | 3.59 km |
| Jawal | East | 4.19 km |
| Pahardanru | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Bari | North | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dundru
Public transport in the Dundru is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lohardaga, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Dundru 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 Dundru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dundru 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dundru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dundru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dundru
Where is Dundru located?
Dundru village is located in Peshrar Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dundru?
The Gram Panchayat of Dundru is Hesag.
What is the pincode of Dundru?
The pincode of Dundru is 835302.
What is the population of Dundru?
Dundru had a total population of 523, including 264 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Dundru?
Dundru had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dundru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dundru was 52.76%. Male literacy was 61.11% and female literacy was 44.50%.