Daunkpuri
Daunkpuri is a village located in Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarpur (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Dongpuri is the gram panchayat of Daunkpuri village.
Here you can discover what makes Daunkpuri unique in its vibrant Gadarpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Daunkpuri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Daunkpuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Daunkpuri is 056052. The village spans a total geographical area of 438.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263152. Gadarpur is nearest town to Daunkpuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Daunkpuri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Daunkpuri
Population of Daunkpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Daunkpuri has a total population of about 2,362, with approximately 1,220 males and 1,142 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 373 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.20%, with male literacy at about 58.61% and female literacy near 45.36%. There are around 426 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Daunkpuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,362 | 1,220 | 1,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 193 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 127 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | N/A | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,233 | 715 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 505 | 624 |
Connectivity of Daunkpuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Daunkpuri. As per the 2011 stats, Daunkpuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Daunkpuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Daunkpuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Daunkpuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Daunkpuri
- Where is Daunkpuri located?
- Daunkpuri village is situated in Gadarpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Daunkpuri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Daunkpuri is Dongpuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Daunkpuri?
- The pincode of Daunkpuri is 263152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Daunkpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Daunkpuri is 2,362, with 1,220 males and 1,142 females.
- How many households are there in Daunkpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Daunkpuri village has a total of 426 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Daunkpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Daunkpuri is 52.20%. The male literacy rate is 58.61%, while the female literacy rate is 45.36%.