Dugahan - Bharari, Bilaspur
Dugahan is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghandalwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugahan is 019149. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.81 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Dugahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugahan
As per Census 2011, Dugahan village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 94 males and 97 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 94 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dugahan
Dugahan 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 Dugahan
Dugahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Dugahan is about 35 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 Dugahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dugahan
Where is Dugahan located?
Dugahan village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugahan is Ghandalwin.
What is the pincode of Dugahan?
The pincode of Dugahan is 174027.
What is the population of Dugahan?
Dugahan has a total population of 191, including 94 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Dugahan?
There are 46 households in Dugahan.
What is the literacy rate in Dugahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugahan is 84.29%. Male literacy is 86.17% and female literacy is 82.47%.