Dungsil Shah - Nainital
Dungsil Shah is a village situated in the Nainital tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Nainital, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungsil Shah is 054857. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.32 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Dungsil Shah is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungsil Shah
According to the 2011 Census, Dungsil Shah village had a total population of 65 people, including 39 males and 26 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.83%, with male literacy at 97.37% and female literacy at 96.00%.
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 | 65 | 39 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 37 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Dungsil Shah
Dungsil Shah 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 Dungsil Shah
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Dungsil Shah is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dungsil Shah is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dungsil Shah
Where is Dungsil Shah located?
Dungsil Shah village is located in Nainital Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Dungsil Shah?
The pincode of Dungsil Shah is 263136.
What is the population of Dungsil Shah?
Dungsil Shah had a total population of 65, including 39 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Dungsil Shah?
Dungsil Shah had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungsil Shah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungsil Shah was 96.83%. Male literacy was 97.37% and female literacy was 96.00%.