Dunar - Bhanoli, Almora
Dunar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dunar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunar is 053680. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.11 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dunar 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 Dunar
According to the 2011 Census, Dunar village had a total population of 906 people, including 444 males and 462 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.45%, with male literacy at 77.96% and female literacy at 57.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 286.
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 | 906 | 444 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 81 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 145 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 283 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 161 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Dunar
Dunar 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 Dunar
Public transport in the Dunar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Almora to Dunar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunar 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 Dunar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dunar
Where is Dunar located?
Dunar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dunar?
Dunar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dunar?
The pincode of Dunar is 263623.
What is the population of Dunar?
Dunar had a total population of 906, including 444 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Dunar?
Dunar had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunar was 67.45%. Male literacy was 77.96% and female literacy was 57.96%.