Dagoh - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dagoh is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Ruliyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagoh is 007448. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.22 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dagoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagoh
According to the 2011 Census, Dagoh village had a total population of 84 people, including 39 males and 45 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.38%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 78.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dagoh
Dagoh 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 Dagoh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dagoh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dalhousie to Dagoh is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dagoh is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagoh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dagoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagoh 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dagoh
Where is Dagoh located?
Dagoh village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dagoh?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagoh is Ruliyani.
What is the pincode of Dagoh?
The pincode of Dagoh is 176301.
What is the population of Dagoh?
Dagoh had a total population of 84, including 39 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Dagoh?
Dagoh had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagoh was 78.38%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 78.05%.