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
As per Census 2011, Dughal village has a total population of 409 people, consisting of 210 males and 199 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dughal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 409 | 210 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| 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 has a total population of 409, including 210 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Dughal?
There are 77 households in Dughal.
What is the literacy rate in Dughal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughal is 70.90%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 67.34%.