Dungri - Gairsain, Chamoli
Dungri is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dungri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungri is 041918. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.18 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Dungri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dungri
As per Census 2011, Dungri village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 86 males and 111 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,290 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 45 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 86 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 8 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dungri
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 Dungri
Dungri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Karnaprayag to Dungri is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dungri is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Dungri 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 Dungri
Where is Dungri located?
Dungri village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungri?
Dungri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungri?
The pincode of Dungri is 246428.
What is the population of Dungri?
Dungri has a total population of 197, including 86 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Dungri?
There are 49 households in Dungri.
What is the literacy rate in Dungri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungri is 77.16%. Male literacy is 90.70% and female literacy is 66.67%.