Duhak - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Duhak is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Raghunath Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duhak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duhak is 019784. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.88 hectares and falls under the 174005 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Duhak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duhak
According to the 2011 Census, Duhak village had a total population of 62 people, including 37 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 676 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 78.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Duhak
Duhak 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 Duhak
Duhak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Duhak is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duhak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duhak 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 Duhak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duhak 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Duhak
Where is Duhak located?
Duhak village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duhak?
The Gram Panchayat of Duhak is Raghunath Pura.
What is the pincode of Duhak?
The pincode of Duhak is 174005.
What is the population of Duhak?
Duhak had a total population of 62, including 37 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Duhak?
Duhak had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duhak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duhak was 90.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 78.26%.