Dhungi

Dhungi is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Dhungi village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhungi has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhungi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhungi is 040508. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249151. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Dhungi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dhungi 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 Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dhungi

Below is a concise population overview of Dhungi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 255 120 135
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 16 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 63 30 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 184 101 83
Illiterate Population 71 19 52

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhungi village:

  • The total population of Dhungi village is around 255, including approximately 120 males and 135 females, with a sex ratio of 1125 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Dhungi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhungi village has 63 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhungi village is about 72.16%, with male literacy at 84.17% and female literacy at 61.48%.
  • There are around 63 households in Dhungi village.

Connectivity of Dhungi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhungi. As per the 2011 stats, Dhungi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhungi

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhungi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhungi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhungi

Where is Dhungi located?
Dhungi village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhungi?
Dhungi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhungi?
The pincode of Dhungi is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhungi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhungi is 255, with 120 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Dhungi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhungi village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhungi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhungi is 72.16%. The male literacy rate is 84.17%, while the female literacy rate is 61.48%.