Dugahan - Dhira, Kangra
Dugahan is a village situated in the Dhira tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Gaggal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugahan is 011173. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.06 hectares and falls under the 176101 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Dugahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugahan
According to the 2011 Census, Dugahan village had a total population of 216 people, including 117 males and 99 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 89.11% and female literacy at 75.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 216 | 117 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 90 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 27 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Dugahan
Dugahan 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 Dugahan
Dugahan 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 Dugahan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugahan 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dugahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugahan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dugahan
Where is Dugahan located?
Dugahan village is located in Dhira Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugahan is Gaggal.
What is the pincode of Dugahan?
The pincode of Dugahan is 176101.
What is the population of Dugahan?
Dugahan had a total population of 216, including 117 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dugahan?
Dugahan had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugahan was 82.81%. Male literacy was 89.11% and female literacy was 75.82%.