Dhauliua Dunga - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Dhauliua Dunga is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dhura Toli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhauliua Dunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhauliua Dunga is 048880. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.07 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Dhauliua Dunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhauliua Dunga
According to the 2011 Census, Dhauliua Dunga village had a total population of 57 people, including 23 males and 34 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,478 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.31%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 54.84%.
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 | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dhauliua Dunga
Dhauliua Dunga 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 Dhauliua Dunga
Public transport in the Dhauliua Dunga 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 Didihat to Dhauliua Dunga is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhauliua Dunga is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhauliua Dunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhauliua Dunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhauliua Dunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhauliua Dunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhauliua Dunga
Where is Dhauliua Dunga located?
Dhauliua Dunga village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhauliua Dunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhauliua Dunga is Dhura Toli.
What is the pincode of Dhauliua Dunga?
The pincode of Dhauliua Dunga is 262554.
What is the population of Dhauliua Dunga?
Dhauliua Dunga had a total population of 57, including 23 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Dhauliua Dunga?
Dhauliua Dunga had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhauliua Dunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhauliua Dunga was 65.31%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 54.84%.