Dugahan
Dugahan is a village located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Dugahan village. As per 2009 stats, Ghandalwin is the gram panchayat of Dugahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dugahan unique in its vibrant Bharari-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Dugahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dugahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dugahan is 019149. The village spans a total geographical area of 25.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174028. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Dugahan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dugahan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dugahan
Population of Dugahan
According to the 2011 Census, Dugahan has a total population of about 191, with approximately 94 males and 97 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.29%, with male literacy at about 86.17% and female literacy near 82.47%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dugahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 94 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
Connectivity of Dugahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dugahan. As per the 2011 stats, Dugahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dugahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dugahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dugahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dugahan
- Where is Dugahan located?
- Dugahan village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dugahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dugahan is Ghandalwin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dugahan?
- The pincode of Dugahan is 174028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dugahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dugahan is 191, with 94 males and 97 females.
- How many households are there in Dugahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dugahan village has a total of 46 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dugahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dugahan is 84.29%. The male literacy rate is 86.17%, while the female literacy rate is 82.47%.