Tungra - Chakrata, Dehradun
Tungra is a village situated in the Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakrata and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Tungra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungra is 044687. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 248123 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tungra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tungra
As per Census 2011, Tungra village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 204 males and 192 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tungra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 204 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 149 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 122 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Tungra
Tungra 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 Tungra
Public transport in the Tungra is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakrata to Tungra is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Tungra is about 98 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 Tungra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungra 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 Tungra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tungra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tungra
Where is Tungra located?
Tungra village is located in Chakrata Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tungra?
Tungra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tungra?
The pincode of Tungra is 248123.
What is the population of Tungra?
Tungra has a total population of 396, including 204 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Tungra?
There are 56 households in Tungra.
What is the literacy rate in Tungra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungra is 55.30%. Male literacy is 59.80% and female literacy is 50.52%.