Dhunga Village - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dhunga is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dhungeti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhunga is 049211. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.22 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dhunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhunga
As per Census 2011, Dhunga village has a total population of 84 people, consisting of 38 males and 46 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,210 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 8 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhunga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Dhunga
Dhunga 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 Dhunga
Public transport in the Dhunga is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dhunga is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhunga is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhunga
Where is Dhunga located?
Dhunga village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhunga is Dhungeti.
What is the pincode of Dhunga?
The pincode of Dhunga is 262543.
What is the population of Dhunga?
Dhunga has a total population of 84, including 38 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Dhunga?
There are 22 households in Dhunga.
What is the literacy rate in Dhunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhunga is 90.48%. Male literacy is 94.74% and female literacy is 86.96%.