Kala Dungra - Jainti, Almora
Kala Dungra is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kala Dugara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kala Dungra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kala Dungra is 053484. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.89 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kala 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 Kala Dungra
According to the 2011 Census, Kala Dungra village had a total population of 193 people, including 102 males and 91 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.26%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 54.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 21 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 24 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 35 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Kala Dungra
Kala 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 Kala Dungra
Public transport in the Kala Dungra 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 Kala Dungra is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kala Dungra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kala Dungra 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 Kala 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 Kala Dungra 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 Kala Dungra
Where is Kala Dungra located?
Kala Dungra village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kala Dungra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kala Dungra is Kala Dugara.
What is the pincode of Kala Dungra?
The pincode of Kala Dungra is 263626.
What is the population of Kala Dungra?
Kala Dungra had a total population of 193, including 102 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Kala Dungra?
Kala Dungra had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kala Dungra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kala Dungra was 68.26%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 54.65%.