Dungara - Sult, Almora
Dungara is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 195 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dungra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungara is 052168. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.14 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dungara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dungara
As per Census 2011, Dungara village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 78 males and 131 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,679 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 73 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 78 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 59 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 19 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Dungara
Dungara 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 Dungara
Public transport in the Dungara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ramnagar to Dungara is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dungara is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dungara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dungara
Where is Dungara located?
Dungara village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungara is Dungra.
What is the pincode of Dungara?
The pincode of Dungara is 244715.
What is the population of Dungara?
Dungara has a total population of 209, including 78 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Dungara?
There are 50 households in Dungara.
What is the literacy rate in Dungara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungara is 65.07%. Male literacy is 75.64% and female literacy is 58.78%.