Man Dunga - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Man Dunga is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Lohaghat and around 35 km from Champawat. Maana Dhunga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Man Dunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Man Dunga is 054317. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.89 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Man Dunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Man Dunga
As per Census 2011, Man Dunga village has a total population of 262 people, consisting of 129 males and 133 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Man Dunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 178 | 101 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 28 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Man Dunga
Man 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 Man Dunga
Man Dunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Man Dunga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Man Dunga is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Man Dunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Man Dunga 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 Man 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 Man Dunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Man Dunga
Where is Man Dunga located?
Man Dunga village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Man Dunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Man Dunga is Maana Dhunga.
What is the pincode of Man Dunga?
The pincode of Man Dunga is 262524.
What is the population of Man Dunga?
Man Dunga has a total population of 262, including 129 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Man Dunga?
There are 62 households in Man Dunga.
What is the literacy rate in Man Dunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Man Dunga is 67.94%. Male literacy is 78.29% and female literacy is 57.89%.