Dungaria - Chaurai, Chhindwara
Dungaria is a village situated in the Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaurai and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Dungariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungaria is 494299. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.62 hectares and falls under the 480115 pincode. Chaurai Khas is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dungaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dungaria
As per Census 2011, Dungaria village has a total population of 1,732 people, consisting of 875 males and 857 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,732 | 875 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 115 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 634 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 241 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Dungaria
Dungaria 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 Dungaria
Dungaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dungaria has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chaurai Khas to Dungaria is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Dungaria is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dungaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungaria 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dungaria
Where is Dungaria located?
Dungaria village is located in Chaurai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungaria is Dungariya.
What is the pincode of Dungaria?
The pincode of Dungaria is 480115.
What is the population of Dungaria?
Dungaria has a total population of 1,732, including 875 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Dungaria?
There are 343 households in Dungaria.
What is the literacy rate in Dungaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungaria is 64.38%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 56.13%.