Dungari - Polasara, Ganjam
Dungari is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kabisuryanagar and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Balichai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungari is 411370. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dungari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungari
According to the 2011 Census, Dungari village had a total population of 915 people, including 430 males and 485 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.01%, with male literacy at 86.10% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 915 | 430 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 316 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 114 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Dungari
Dungari 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 Dungari
Dungari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Polasara to Dungari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dungari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dungari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dungari
Where is Dungari located?
Dungari village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dungari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungari is Balichai.
What is the pincode of Dungari?
The pincode of Dungari is 761104.
What is the population of Dungari?
Dungari had a total population of 915, including 430 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Dungari?
Dungari had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungari was 77.01%. Male literacy was 86.10% and female literacy was 69.23%.