Duhg - Rey, Kangra
Duhg is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 105 km from Dharmsala. Duhag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duhg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duhg is 008850. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.95 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Duhg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duhg
According to the 2011 Census, Duhg village had a total population of 525 people, including 269 males and 256 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.89%, with male literacy at 92.24% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 525 | 269 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 226 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 43 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Duhg
Duhg 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 Duhg
Duhg 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 Duhg is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duhg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duhg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Duhg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duhg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Duhg
Where is Duhg located?
Duhg village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duhg?
The Gram Panchayat of Duhg is Duhag.
What is the pincode of Duhg?
The pincode of Duhg is 176058.
What is the population of Duhg?
Duhg had a total population of 525, including 269 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Duhg?
Duhg had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duhg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duhg was 87.89%. Male literacy was 92.24% and female literacy was 83.33%.