Dudehr - Dharmsala, Kangra
Dudehr is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kaned serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudehr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudehr is 009590. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.82 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Yol is the nearest town.
Dudehr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudehr
As per Census 2011, Dudehr village has a total population of 584 people, consisting of 311 males and 273 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudehr are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 311 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 257 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 54 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Dudehr
Dudehr 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 Dudehr
Dudehr 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 Dudehr is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudehr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudehr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dudehr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudehr village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudehr
Where is Dudehr located?
Dudehr village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudehr is Kaned.
What is the pincode of Dudehr?
The pincode of Dudehr is 176206.
What is the population of Dudehr?
Dudehr has a total population of 584, including 311 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Dudehr?
There are 140 households in Dudehr.
What is the literacy rate in Dudehr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudehr is 75.86%. Male literacy is 82.64% and female literacy is 68.13%.