Dungrao - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Dungrao is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chopra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungrao village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungrao is 054542. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.2 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dungrao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dungrao
As per Census 2011, Dungrao village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 56 males and 60 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungrao are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 5 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Dungrao
Dungrao 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 Dungrao
Dungrao 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Dungrao is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dungrao is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungrao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungrao village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dungrao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungrao 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dungrao
Where is Dungrao located?
Dungrao village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungrao?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungrao is Chopra.
What is the pincode of Dungrao?
The pincode of Dungrao is 263134.
What is the population of Dungrao?
Dungrao has a total population of 116, including 56 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Dungrao?
There are 21 households in Dungrao.
What is the literacy rate in Dungrao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungrao is 75.86%. Male literacy is 91.07% and female literacy is 61.67%.