Dungariya - Berasia, Bhopal
Dungariya is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Dungariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungariya is 482191. The village covers a total geographical area of 871.16 hectares and falls under the 463111 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dungariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungariya
As per Census 2011, Dungariya village has a total population of 2,236 people, consisting of 1,170 males and 1,066 females. The village has 491 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,373 literate and 863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,236 | 1,170 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 159 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 256 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,373 | 841 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 329 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Dungariya
Dungariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arrai Rai Singh | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Bairagarh | South | 1.78 km |
| Arrai Sardar Singh | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Pipal Khedi | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Garenthiya Bazyft | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Barrai | North | 3.15 km |
| Barela Kheda | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Lalariya | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Parwaria | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Semri Khurd | West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dungariya
Dungariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salamatpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Berasia to Dungariya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Dungariya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dungariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dungariya
Where is Dungariya located?
Dungariya village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungariya?
Dungariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungariya?
The pincode of Dungariya is 463111.
What is the population of Dungariya?
Dungariya has a total population of 2,236, including 1,170 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Dungariya?
There are 491 households in Dungariya.
What is the literacy rate in Dungariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungariya is 61.40%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 49.91%.