Duni - Dharni, Amravati
Duni is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Duni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duni is 531516. The village covers a total geographical area of 519 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Duni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Duni
According to the 2011 Census, Duni village had a total population of 1,306 people, including 654 males and 652 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.30%, with male literacy at 76.03% and female literacy at 52.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,255.
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 | 1,306 | 654 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,255 | 624 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 425 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 229 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Duni
Duni 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 Duni
Duni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Duni is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Duni is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duni 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Duni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Duni
Where is Duni located?
Duni village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duni?
Duni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Duni?
The pincode of Duni is 444702.
What is the population of Duni?
Duni had a total population of 1,306, including 654 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Duni?
Duni had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duni was 64.30%. Male literacy was 76.03% and female literacy was 52.81%.