Dunge
About Dunge
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dunge village is 552484. Dunge village is located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dunge village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 199.77 hectares. Dunge has a total population of 2,038 peoples, out of which male population is 1,038 while female population is 1,000. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 963 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dunge village is 72.28% out of which 78.23% males and 66.10% females are literate. There are about 411 houses in dunge village.
When it comes to administration, Dunge village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dunge village comes under Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhiwandi is nearest town to dunge village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Dunge
The population details of Dunge cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,038 | 1,038 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 268 | 146 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,473 | 812 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 226 | 339 |
Connectivity of Dunge
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dunge
Where is Dunge located?
Dunge village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunge?
Dunge serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dunge as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dunge is 2,038, with 1,038 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Dunge as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dunge village has a total of 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunge as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dunge is 72.28%. The male literacy rate is 78.23%, while the female literacy rate is 66.10%.