Dungar Gara - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dungar Gara is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Varshayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungar Gara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungar Gara is 049159. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.55 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Dungar Gara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dungar Gara
According to the 2011 Census, Dungar Gara village had a total population of 28 people, including 12 males and 16 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 61.54%.
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 | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 1 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Dungar Gara
Dungar Gara 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 Dungar Gara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dungar Gara.
| 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 Dungar Gara is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dungar Gara is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungar Gara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungar Gara 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 Dungar Gara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungar Gara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dungar Gara
Where is Dungar Gara located?
Dungar Gara village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dungar Gara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungar Gara is Varshayat.
What is the pincode of Dungar Gara?
The pincode of Dungar Gara is 262552.
What is the population of Dungar Gara?
Dungar Gara had a total population of 28, including 12 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Dungar Gara?
Dungar Gara had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dungar Gara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungar Gara was 79.17%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 61.54%.