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.
Dunka has its own place in the vibrant Bareilly region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Dunka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dunka village:
- The total population of Dunka village is around 9,662, including approximately 5,114 males and 4,548 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,734 children aged 0–6 years in Dunka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dunka village has 917 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dunka village is about 37.11%, with male literacy at 47.52% and female literacy at 25.42%.
- There are around 1,504 households in Dunka village.
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%.