Mela Dungri - Garud, Bageshwar
Mela Dungri is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Maladunagari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mela Dungri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mela Dungri is 051319. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.97 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mela Dungri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mela Dungri
According to the 2011 Census, Mela Dungri village had a total population of 685 people, including 301 males and 384 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.78%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 68.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294.
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 | 685 | 301 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 134 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 228 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 73 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Mela Dungri
Mela Dungri 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 Mela Dungri
Mela Dungri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bageshwar to Mela Dungri is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mela Dungri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mela Dungri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mela Dungri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mela Dungri 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mela Dungri
Where is Mela Dungri located?
Mela Dungri village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mela Dungri?
The Gram Panchayat of Mela Dungri is Maladunagari.
What is the pincode of Mela Dungri?
The pincode of Mela Dungri is 263635.
What is the population of Mela Dungri?
Mela Dungri had a total population of 685, including 301 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Mela Dungri?
Mela Dungri had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mela Dungri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mela Dungri was 76.78%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 68.12%.