Dhunga Toli
Dhunga Toli is a village located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Dunga Toli is the gram panchayat of Dhunga Toli village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhunga Toli unique in its vibrant Dharchula-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Dhunga Toli’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhunga Toli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhunga Toli is 049142. The village spans a total geographical area of 312.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262544. Dharchula is nearest town to Dhunga Toli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dhunga Toli village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dhunga Toli
Population of Dhunga Toli
According to the 2011 Census, Dhunga Toli has a total population of about 1,025, with approximately 480 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 1135 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 252 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.22%, with male literacy at about 77.50% and female literacy near 58.17%. There are around 235 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhunga Toli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,025 | 480 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 107 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 372 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 108 | 228 |
Connectivity of Dhunga Toli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhunga Toli. As per the 2011 stats, Dhunga Toli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhunga Toli
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhunga Toli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhunga Toli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhunga Toli
- Where is Dhunga Toli located?
- Dhunga Toli village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhunga Toli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhunga Toli is Dunga Toli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhunga Toli?
- The pincode of Dhunga Toli is 262544, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhunga Toli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhunga Toli is 1,025, with 480 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Dhunga Toli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhunga Toli village has a total of 235 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhunga Toli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhunga Toli is 67.22%. The male literacy rate is 77.50%, while the female literacy rate is 58.17%.