Dughar - Bhalai, Chamba
Dughar is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Brangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dughar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dughar is 007320. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.97 hectares and falls under the 176308 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dughar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dughar
According to the 2011 Census, Dughar village had a total population of 608 people, including 308 males and 300 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.81%, with male literacy at 85.87% and female literacy at 65.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 608 | 308 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 231 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 77 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Dughar
Dughar 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 Dughar
Dughar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chamba to Dughar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dughar is about 40 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 Dughar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dughar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dughar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dughar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dughar
Where is Dughar located?
Dughar village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dughar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dughar is Brangal.
What is the pincode of Dughar?
The pincode of Dughar is 176308.
What is the population of Dughar?
Dughar had a total population of 608, including 308 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Dughar?
Dughar had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dughar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughar was 75.81%. Male literacy was 85.87% and female literacy was 65.23%.