Dunka
Dunka is a village located in Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Meerganj (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Bareilly. As per 2009 stats, Dunka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dunka unique in its vibrant Meerganj-Bareilly region. You’ll see Dunka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dunka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dunka is 129560. The village spans a total geographical area of 313.47 hectares. Meerganj is nearest town to Dunka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dunka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bareilly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dunka
Population of Dunka
According to the 2011 Census, Dunka has a total population of about 9,662, with approximately 5,114 males and 4,548 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,734 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 917 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.11%, with male literacy at about 47.52% and female literacy near 25.42%. There are around 1,504 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dunka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,662 | 5,114 | 4,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,734 | 910 | 824 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 917 | 482 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,586 | 2,430 | 1,156 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,076 | 2,684 | 3,392 |
Connectivity of Dunka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dunka. As per the 2011 stats, Dunka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dunka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dunka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dunka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dunka
- Where is Dunka located?
- Dunka village is situated in Meerganj Tehsil, within the Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dunka?
- Dunka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dunka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dunka is 9,662, with 5,114 males and 4,548 females.
- How many households are there in Dunka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dunka village has a total of 1,504 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dunka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dunka is 37.11%. The male literacy rate is 47.52%, while the female literacy rate is 25.42%.