Dungri - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Dungri is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dungri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dungri is 042249. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.21 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dungri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dungri
As per Census 2011, Dungri village has a total population of 262 people, consisting of 120 males and 142 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,183 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dungri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 262 | 120 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 183 | 101 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 19 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dungri
Dungri 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 Dungri
Public transport in the Dungri is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Dungri is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dungri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dungri 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 Dungri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dungri 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 Dungri
Where is Dungri located?
Dungri village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dungri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dungri is Kera.
What is the pincode of Dungri?
The pincode of Dungri is 246469.
What is the population of Dungri?
Dungri has a total population of 262, including 120 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Dungri?
There are 66 households in Dungri.
What is the literacy rate in Dungri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dungri is 69.85%. Male literacy is 84.17% and female literacy is 57.75%.