Dhungi - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Dhungi is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Pauri and around 16 km from Pauri. Dhungi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhungi is 045588. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.01 hectares and falls under the 246194 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dhungi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhungi
As per Census 2011, Dhungi village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 41 males and 76 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,853 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhungi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 41 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 7 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dhungi
Dhungi 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 Dhungi
Dhungi 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Dhungi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhungi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhungi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhungi
Where is Dhungi located?
Dhungi village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhungi?
Dhungi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhungi?
The pincode of Dhungi is 246194.
What is the population of Dhungi?
Dhungi has a total population of 117, including 41 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Dhungi?
There are 36 households in Dhungi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhungi is 62.39%. Male literacy is 82.93% and female literacy is 51.32%.