Dughal - Chachyot, Mandi
Dughal is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Basa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dughal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dughal is 015417. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.12 hectares and falls under the 175029 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Dughal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dughal
According to the 2011 Census, Dughal village had a total population of 409 people, including 210 males and 199 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.01%, with male literacy at 87.15% and female literacy at 74.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 409 | 210 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 156 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 54 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Dughal
Dughal 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 Dughal
Dughal 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 Mandi to Dughal is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dughal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dughal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dughal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dughal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dughal
Where is Dughal located?
Dughal village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dughal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dughal is Basa.
What is the pincode of Dughal?
The pincode of Dughal is 175029.
What is the population of Dughal?
Dughal had a total population of 409, including 210 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Dughal?
Dughal had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dughal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughal was 81.01%. Male literacy was 87.15% and female literacy was 74.86%.