Duhka
Duhka is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Bailly is the gram panchayat of Duhka village.
Here you can discover what makes Duhka unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Duhka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Duhka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duhka is 007385. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176303. Dalhousie is nearest town to Duhka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Duhka 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 Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Duhka
Population of Duhka
According to the 2011 Census, Duhka has a total population of about 155, with approximately 75 males and 80 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.26%, with male literacy at about 82.67% and female literacy near 62.50%. There are around 35 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Duhka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 155 | 75 | 80 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Connectivity of Duhka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Duhka. As per the 2011 stats, Duhka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Duhka
Knowing the nearby villages of Duhka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Duhka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Duhka
- Where is Duhka located?
- Duhka village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Duhka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Duhka is Bailly (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Duhka?
- The pincode of Duhka is 176303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Duhka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duhka is 155, with 75 males and 80 females.
- How many households are there in Duhka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Duhka village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Duhka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duhka is 72.26%. The male literacy rate is 82.67%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.