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
As per Census 2011, Dugaiguda village has a total population of 830 people, consisting of 517 males and 313 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 605 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 813 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugaiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 517 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 145 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 830, including 517 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Dugaiguda?
There are 83 households in Dugaiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Dugaiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugaiguda is 43.25%. Male literacy is 48.36% and female literacy is 34.82%.