Dunda - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Dunda is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 81 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunda is 044283. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.59 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunda
As per Census 2011, Dunda village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 78 males and 90 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 78 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 12 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Dunda
Dunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Danda Ki Beli | East | 1.02 km |
| Than Madhe Banthali Chak | North | 1.89 km |
| Phidogi | West | 2.04 km |
| Magara | West | 2.41 km |
| Makhret | North | 2.53 km |
| Tutai Chak | East | 2.92 km |
| Khaneri Madhe Batwaldhar | North | 3.08 km |
| Abali | North | 3.35 km |
| Chaugani | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Sabali | North | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dunda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dunda. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Dunda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dunda is about 81 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 Dunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dunda
Where is Dunda located?
Dunda village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunda?
Dunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dunda?
The pincode of Dunda is 249180.
What is the population of Dunda?
Dunda has a total population of 168, including 78 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Dunda?
There are 33 households in Dunda.
What is the literacy rate in Dunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunda is 73.21%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 63.33%.