Dunga Bora - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Dunga Bora is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Lohaghat and around 42 km from Champawat. Chaudala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunga Bora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunga Bora is 054381. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.06 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dunga Bora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunga Bora
According to the 2011 Census, Dunga Bora village had a total population of 162 people, including 65 males and 97 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,492 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.50%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 54.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 162 | 65 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 13 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Dunga Bora
Dunga Bora 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 Dunga Bora
Public transport in the Dunga Bora is mainly available through shared van 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 Lohaghat to Dunga Bora is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Dunga Bora is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunga Bora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunga Bora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dunga Bora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunga Bora 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 Dunga Bora
Where is Dunga Bora located?
Dunga Bora village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dunga Bora?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunga Bora is Chaudala.
What is the pincode of Dunga Bora?
The pincode of Dunga Bora is 262524.
What is the population of Dunga Bora?
Dunga Bora had a total population of 162, including 65 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dunga Bora?
Dunga Bora had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunga Bora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunga Bora was 70.50%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 54.12%.