Dunk
Dunk is a village located in Pauri tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 50km away from Pauri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dunk village. As per 2009 stats, Dunk village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dunk unique in its vibrant Pauri-Garhwal region. You’ll see Dunk’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dunk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dunk is 045983. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246167. Pauri is nearest town to Dunk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Dunk
Population of Dunk
According to the 2011 Census, Dunk has a total population of about 244, with approximately 120 males and 124 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.95%, with male literacy at about 79.17% and female literacy near 66.94%. There are around 58 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dunk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 25 | 41 |
Connectivity of Dunk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dunk. As per the 2011 stats, Dunk had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dunk
Knowing the nearby villages of Dunk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dunk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dunk
- Where is Dunk located?
- Dunk village is situated in Pauri Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dunk?
- Dunk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dunk?
- The pincode of Dunk is 246167, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dunk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dunk is 244, with 120 males and 124 females.
- How many households are there in Dunk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dunk village has a total of 58 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dunk as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dunk is 72.95%. The male literacy rate is 79.17%, while the female literacy rate is 66.94%.