Dugong Creek (Os) - Little Andaman, South Andamans
Dugong Creek (Os) is a village situated in the Little Andaman taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 34 km from Little Andaman and around 154 km from Port Blair. Ramkrishnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugong Creek (Os) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugong Creek (Os) is 645552. The village falls under the 744207 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 154 km away.
Dugong Creek (Os) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dugong Creek (Os)
As per Census 2011, Dugong Creek (Os) village has a total population of 109 people, consisting of 59 males and 50 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugong Creek (Os) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Dugong Creek (Os)
Dugong Creek (Os) 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 Dugong Creek (Os)
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Dugong Creek (Os) is about 154 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dugong Creek (Os)
Where is Dugong Creek (Os) located?
Dugong Creek (Os) village is located in Little Andaman Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugong Creek (Os)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugong Creek (Os) is Ramkrishnapur.
What is the pincode of Dugong Creek (Os)?
The pincode of Dugong Creek (Os) is 744207.
What is the population of Dugong Creek (Os)?
Dugong Creek (Os) has a total population of 109, including 59 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Dugong Creek (Os)?
There are 23 households in Dugong Creek (Os).
What is the literacy rate in Dugong Creek (Os)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugong Creek (Os) is 46.79%. Male literacy is 55.93% and female literacy is 36.00%.