Dhunamani - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Dhunamani is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Mani Tundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhunamani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhunamani is 048906. The village covers a total geographical area of 469.48 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Dhunamani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhunamani
According to the 2011 Census, Dhunamani village had a total population of 369 people, including 181 males and 188 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.99%, with male literacy at 89.68% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 369 | 181 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 139 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 42 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Dhunamani
Dhunamani 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 Dhunamani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dhunamani.
| 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 Dhunamani is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhunamani is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhunamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhunamani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhunamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhunamani 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 Dhunamani
Where is Dhunamani located?
Dhunamani village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhunamani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhunamani is Mani Tundi.
What is the pincode of Dhunamani?
The pincode of Dhunamani is 262554.
What is the population of Dhunamani?
Dhunamani had a total population of 369, including 181 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Dhunamani?
Dhunamani had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhunamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhunamani was 70.99%. Male literacy was 89.68% and female literacy was 53.85%.