Duhak

Duhak is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Duhak village. As per 2009 stats, Sunhani is the gram panchayat of Duhak village.

Duhak has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Duhak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duhak is 019303. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174029. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Duhak village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Duhak 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 Jhanduta 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.

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Population of Duhak

Below is a concise population overview of Duhak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 590 315 275
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 35 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 273 152 121
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 17 8 9
Literate Population 469 260 209
Illiterate Population 121 55 66

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Duhak village:

  • The total population of Duhak village is around 590, including approximately 315 males and 275 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Duhak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Duhak village has 273 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Duhak village is about 79.49%, with male literacy at 82.54% and female literacy at 76.00%.
  • There are around 124 households in Duhak village.

Connectivity of Duhak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Duhak. As per the 2011 stats, Duhak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Duhak

Knowing the nearby villages of Duhak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Duhak.

Frequently Asked Questions about Duhak

Where is Duhak located?
Duhak village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duhak?
The Gram Panchayat of Duhak is Sunhani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Duhak?
The pincode of Duhak is 174029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Duhak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duhak is 590, with 315 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Duhak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Duhak village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duhak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duhak is 79.49%. The male literacy rate is 82.54%, while the female literacy rate is 76.00%.