Duni - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Duni is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Duni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duni is 050148. The village covers a total geographical area of 574.46 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Duni 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 Duni
According to the 2011 Census, Duni village had a total population of 1,250 people, including 628 males and 622 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.25%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 63.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373.
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 | 1,250 | 628 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 76 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 178 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 492 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 136 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Duni
Duni 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 Duni
Duni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Duni is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Duni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duni 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 Duni
Where is Duni located?
Duni village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duni?
Duni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Duni?
The pincode of Duni is 262522.
What is the population of Duni?
Duni had a total population of 1,250, including 628 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Duni?
Duni had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duni was 76.25%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 63.25%.