Dughli - Churah, Chamba
Dughli is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Chamba. Choli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dughli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dughli is 007001. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.2 hectares and falls under the 176319 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Dughli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dughli
According to the 2011 Census, Dughli village had a total population of 291 people, including 150 males and 141 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.39%, with male literacy at 87.31% and female literacy at 66.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 117 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 33 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Dughli
Dughli 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 Dughli
Public transport in the Dughli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Dughli is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dughli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dughli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dughli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dughli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dughli
Where is Dughli located?
Dughli village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dughli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dughli is Choli.
What is the pincode of Dughli?
The pincode of Dughli is 176319.
What is the population of Dughli?
Dughli had a total population of 291, including 150 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Dughli?
Dughli had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dughli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughli was 77.39%. Male literacy was 87.31% and female literacy was 66.93%.