Dungra - Bhanoli, Almora
Dungra is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dungra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungra is 053718. The village covers a total geographical area of 817.75 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dungra 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 Dungra
According to the 2011 Census, Dungra village had a total population of 1,634 people, including 742 males and 892 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.72%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 62.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 597, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,634 | 742 | 892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 135 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 271 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 547 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 195 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Dungra
Dungra 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 Dungra
Dungra 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 Dungra is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dungra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungra 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dungra
Where is Dungra located?
Dungra village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dungra?
Dungra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungra?
The pincode of Dungra is 263622.
What is the population of Dungra?
Dungra had a total population of 1,634, including 742 males and 892 females.
How many households are there in Dungra?
Dungra had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungra was 74.72%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 62.20%.