Dungri Pant - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Dungri Pant is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Saily Pak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungri Pant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungri Pant is 049789. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.05 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Dungri Pant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungri Pant
According to the 2011 Census, Dungri Pant village had a total population of 224 people, including 100 males and 124 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,240 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.35%, with male literacy at 92.41% and female literacy at 61.61%.
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 | 224 | 100 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 27 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Dungri Pant
Dungri Pant 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 Dungri Pant
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dungri Pant.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Dungri Pant is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dungri Pant is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungri Pant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungri Pant 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 Dungri Pant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungri Pant 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 Dungri Pant
Where is Dungri Pant located?
Dungri Pant village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dungri Pant?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungri Pant is Saily Pak.
What is the pincode of Dungri Pant?
The pincode of Dungri Pant is 262534.
What is the population of Dungri Pant?
Dungri Pant had a total population of 224, including 100 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Dungri Pant?
Dungri Pant had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungri Pant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungri Pant was 74.35%. Male literacy was 92.41% and female literacy was 61.61%.