Dungri - Tharali, Chamoli
Dungri is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dungri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungri is 041676. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.74 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Dungri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dungri
According to the 2011 Census, Dungri village had a total population of 630 people, including 317 males and 313 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.94%, with male literacy at 85.38% and female literacy at 66.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246.
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 | 630 | 317 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 116 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 222 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 95 | 131 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dungri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dungri is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dungri
Where is Dungri located?
Dungri village is located in Tharali 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 246481.
What is the population of Dungri?
Dungri had a total population of 630, including 317 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Dungri?
Dungri had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungri was 75.94%. Male literacy was 85.38% and female literacy was 66.91%.