Dugrain - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Dugrain is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dugrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugrain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugrain is 014224. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.37 hectares and falls under the 175019 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Dugrain 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 Dugrain
As per Census 2011, Dugrain village has a total population of 2,524 people, consisting of 1,244 males and 1,280 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,791 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugrain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,524 | 1,244 | 1,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 149 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,102 | 551 | 551 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,791 | 982 | 809 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 262 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Dugrain
Dugrain 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 Dugrain
Dugrain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Dugrain is about 20 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 Dugrain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugrain 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugrain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugrain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dugrain
Where is Dugrain located?
Dugrain village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugrain?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugrain is Dugrai.
What is the pincode of Dugrain?
The pincode of Dugrain is 175019.
What is the population of Dugrain?
Dugrain has a total population of 2,524, including 1,244 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Dugrain?
There are 476 households in Dugrain.
What is the literacy rate in Dugrain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugrain is 70.96%. Male literacy is 78.94% and female literacy is 63.20%.