Dungarpur - Meerganj, Bareilly
Dungarpur is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Dungarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungarpur is 129573. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.97 hectares and falls under the 243504 pincode. Shahi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dungarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungarpur
As per Census 2011, Dungarpur village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 529 males and 497 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 529 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 184 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 309 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 220 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Dungarpur
Dungarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhamora | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Sevajwalapur | South | 1.23 km |
| Jianagla | East | 1.65 km |
| Nagaria Sobarni | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Biharipur | North | 1.86 km |
| Bafari Abdul Nabipur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Sukatia | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Bujhia Jagir | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Lalpur | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Kurka | North-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dungarpur
Dungarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhaneta, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| 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 Shahi to Dungarpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Dungarpur is about 32 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 Dungarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungarpur 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 Dungarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungarpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dungarpur
Where is Dungarpur located?
Dungarpur village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungarpur?
Dungarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungarpur?
The pincode of Dungarpur is 243504.
What is the population of Dungarpur?
Dungarpur has a total population of 1,026, including 529 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Dungarpur?
There are 174 households in Dungarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dungarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungarpur is 47.86%. Male literacy is 58.41% and female literacy is 36.62%.