Dungari - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Dungari is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Munsiari and around 80 km from Pithoragarh. Dungari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungari is 049049. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.99 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dungari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dungari
As per Census 2011, Dungari village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 57 males and 66 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,157 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 8 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Dungari
Dungari 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 Dungari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dungari.
| 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 Dungari is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dungari is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dungari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungari 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 Dungari
Where is Dungari located?
Dungari village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungari?
Dungari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dungari?
The pincode of Dungari is 262555.
What is the population of Dungari?
Dungari has a total population of 123, including 57 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Dungari?
There are 32 households in Dungari.
What is the literacy rate in Dungari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungari is 70.73%. Male literacy is 85.96% and female literacy is 57.58%.