Dugatola - Mohla, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Dugatola is a village situated in the Mohla tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Mohla and around 75 km from Rajnandgaon. Bogatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugatola is 441319. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.86 hectares and falls under the 491666 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dugatola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugatola
As per Census 2011, Dugatola village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 339 males and 353 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 517 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 482 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugatola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 339 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 482 | 235 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 291 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 48 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Dugatola
Dugatola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bogatola | North | 1.39 km |
| Pidingpar | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Gidhali | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Chihkatola | South | 2.13 km |
| Machandur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Jirratola | West | 2.51 km |
| Amadula | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Kudum Kasa | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Palandur | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Teleetola | South | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugatola
Dugatola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.6 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Dugatola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Dugatola is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugatola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dugatola
Where is Dugatola located?
Dugatola village is located in Mohla Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugatola is Bogatola.
What is the pincode of Dugatola?
The pincode of Dugatola is 491666.
What is the population of Dugatola?
Dugatola has a total population of 692, including 339 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Dugatola?
There are 148 households in Dugatola.
What is the literacy rate in Dugatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugatola is 74.71%. Male literacy is 85.84% and female literacy is 64.02%.