Duga - Baroh, Kangra
Duga is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duga is 010153. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.53 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Duga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duga
According to the 2011 Census, Duga village had a total population of 104 people, including 50 males and 54 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 88.64% and female literacy at 68.75%.
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 | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Duga
Duga 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 Duga
Duga 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 Dharmsala to Duga 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 Duga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Duga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duga 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 Duga
Where is Duga located?
Duga village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Duga?
The Gram Panchayat of Duga is Khawa.
What is the pincode of Duga?
The pincode of Duga is 176054.
What is the population of Duga?
Duga had a total population of 104, including 50 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Duga?
Duga had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duga was 78.26%. Male literacy was 88.64% and female literacy was 68.75%.