Dhungi Village - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Dhungi is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 62 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dhungi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhungi is 043068. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.94 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dhungi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhungi
As per Census 2011, Dhungi village has a total population of 856 people, consisting of 445 males and 411 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 582 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhungi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 445 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 103 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 330 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 115 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Dhungi
Dhungi 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 Dhungi
Dhungi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Devprayag to Dhungi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dhungi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhungi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dhungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhungi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dhungi
Where is Dhungi located?
Dhungi village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhungi?
Dhungi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhungi?
The pincode of Dhungi is 249122.
What is the population of Dhungi?
Dhungi has a total population of 856, including 445 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Dhungi?
There are 228 households in Dhungi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhungi is 67.99%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 61.31%.