Dudham - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Dudham is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Karganoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudham is 022584. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.8 hectares and falls under the 173223 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Dudham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudham
According to the 2011 Census, Dudham village had a total population of 102 people, including 47 males and 55 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,170 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.74%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 95.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Dudham
Dudham 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 Dudham
Public transport in the Dudham is mainly available through bus 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 Nahan to Dudham is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudham
Where is Dudham located?
Dudham village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dudham?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudham is Karganoo.
What is the pincode of Dudham?
The pincode of Dudham is 173223.
What is the population of Dudham?
Dudham had a total population of 102, including 47 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Dudham?
Dudham had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dudham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudham was 96.74%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 95.92%.