Dungarpur - Lalkuan, Nainital
Dungarpur is a village situated in the Lalkuan tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalkuan and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Haldu Chaur Jaggi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungarpur is 055602. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.42 hectares and falls under the 263142 pincode. Lalkuan is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dungarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dungarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dungarpur village had a total population of 585 people, including 296 males and 289 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.77%, with male literacy at 92.78% and female literacy at 82.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 585 | 296 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 33 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 244 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 52 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Dungarpur
Dungarpur 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 Dungarpur
Public transport in the Dungarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dungarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalkuan to Dungarpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dungarpur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dungarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dungarpur
Where is Dungarpur located?
Dungarpur village is located in Lalkuan Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungarpur is Haldu Chaur Jaggi.
What is the pincode of Dungarpur?
The pincode of Dungarpur is 263142.
What is the population of Dungarpur?
Dungarpur had a total population of 585, including 296 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Dungarpur?
Dungarpur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungarpur was 87.77%. Male literacy was 92.78% and female literacy was 82.38%.