Dugaiguda - Usur, Bijapur
Dugaiguda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Chintakonta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugaiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugaiguda is 450873. The village covers a total geographical area of 861.72 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 190 km away.
Dugaiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugaiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dugaiguda village had a total population of 830 people, including 517 males and 313 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 605 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.71%, with male literacy at 67.20% and female literacy at 41.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 813.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 517 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 145 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 813 | 509 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 250 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 267 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Dugaiguda
Dugaiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chintakonta | West | 3.42 km |
| Penkram | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Punnoor | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Cheramangi | North | 3.77 km |
| Aawapalli | South | 3.83 km |
| Murdanda | South-East | 6.18 km |
| Dharavaram | North | 7.42 km |
| Cherakdodi | North-West | 7.63 km |
| Semaldodi | South-West | 7.68 km |
| Ilmidi | West | 8.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugaiguda
Dugaiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jagdalpur to Dugaiguda is about 190 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Dugaiguda is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugaiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugaiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugaiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugaiguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dugaiguda
Where is Dugaiguda located?
Dugaiguda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dugaiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugaiguda is Chintakonta.
What is the pincode of Dugaiguda?
The pincode of Dugaiguda is 494447.
What is the population of Dugaiguda?
Dugaiguda had a total population of 830, including 517 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Dugaiguda?
Dugaiguda had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugaiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugaiguda was 56.71%. Male literacy was 67.20% and female literacy was 41.76%.