Dhunga - 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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhunga
According to the 2011 Census, Dhunga village had a total population of 84 people, including 38 males and 46 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.20%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 93.02%.
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 | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 84, including 38 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Dhunga?
Dhunga had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhunga was 96.20%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 93.02%.