Choun Dungari - Bhanoli, Almora
Choun Dungari is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chaun Dungari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choun Dungari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choun Dungari is 053716. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.85 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Choun Dungari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choun Dungari
According to the 2011 Census, Choun Dungari village had a total population of 199 people, including 94 males and 105 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.14%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 62.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 199 | 94 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 19 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Choun Dungari
Choun 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 Choun Dungari
Choun Dungari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Choun Dungari is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choun Dungari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choun Dungari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Choun 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 Choun Dungari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Choun Dungari
Where is Choun Dungari located?
Choun Dungari village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choun Dungari?
The Gram Panchayat of Choun Dungari is Chaun Dungari.
What is the pincode of Choun Dungari?
The pincode of Choun Dungari is 263622.
What is the population of Choun Dungari?
Choun Dungari had a total population of 199, including 94 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Choun Dungari?
Choun Dungari had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choun Dungari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choun Dungari was 76.14%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 62.77%.