Duhk

Duhk is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Duhk village. As per 2009 stats, Chobin is the gram panchayat of Duhk village.

Duhk has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Duhk

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duhk is 012001. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176128. Palampur is nearest town to Duhk village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Duhk

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 428 192 236
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 25 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 88 43 45
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 317 159 158
Illiterate Population 111 33 78

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

  • The total population of Duhk village is around 428, including approximately 192 males and 236 females, with a sex ratio of 1229 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Duhk village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Duhk village has 88 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Duhk village is about 74.07%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 66.95%.
  • There are around 111 households in Duhk village.

Connectivity of Duhk

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Duhk. As per the 2011 stats, Duhk 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 Duhk

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Duhk

Where is Duhk located?
Duhk village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duhk?
The Gram Panchayat of Duhk is Chobin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Duhk?
The pincode of Duhk is 176128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Duhk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duhk is 428, with 192 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Duhk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Duhk village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duhk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duhk is 74.07%. The male literacy rate is 82.81%, while the female literacy rate is 66.95%.