Dunai - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Dunai is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 72 km from Gangolihat and around 142 km from Pithoragarh. Sirsoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunai is 049844. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.88 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Dunai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunai
According to the 2011 Census, Dunai village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.00%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 16.67%.
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Dunai
Dunai 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 Dunai
Public transport in the Dunai 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 Almora to Dunai is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dunai is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dunai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunai 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 Dunai
Where is Dunai located?
Dunai village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dunai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunai is Sirsoli.
What is the pincode of Dunai?
The pincode of Dunai is 262532.
What is the population of Dunai?
Dunai had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Dunai?
Dunai had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunai was 40.00%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 16.67%.