Dungra - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dungra is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dungra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungra is 049482. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.84 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dungra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungra
As per Census 2011, Dungra village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 150 males and 161 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 150 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 19 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Dungra
Dungra 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 Dungra
Public transport in the Dungra is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Dungra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dungra is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dungra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dungra
Where is Dungra located?
Dungra village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungra?
Dungra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungra?
The pincode of Dungra is 262543.
What is the population of Dungra?
Dungra has a total population of 311, including 150 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Dungra?
There are 87 households in Dungra.
What is the literacy rate in Dungra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungra is 83.60%. Male literacy is 87.33% and female literacy is 80.12%.