Chiria Dunga - Lohaghat, Champawat
Chiria Dunga is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Chiriyadhunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiria Dunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiria Dunga is 054260. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.73 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chiria Dunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chiria Dunga
According to the 2011 Census, Chiria Dunga village had a total population of 127 people, including 68 males and 59 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.48%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 94.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Chiria Dunga
Chiria Dunga 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 Chiria Dunga
Chiria Dunga 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 Lohaghat to Chiria Dunga is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Chiria Dunga is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiria Dunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiria Dunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chiria Dunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiria Dunga 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 Chiria Dunga
Where is Chiria Dunga located?
Chiria Dunga village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chiria Dunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiria Dunga is Chiriyadhunga.
What is the pincode of Chiria Dunga?
The pincode of Chiria Dunga is 262524.
What is the population of Chiria Dunga?
Chiria Dunga had a total population of 127, including 68 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Chiria Dunga?
Chiria Dunga had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiria Dunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiria Dunga was 97.48%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 94.64%.