Dugniar - Darlaghat, Solan
Dugniar is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyarad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugniar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugniar is 020403. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dugniar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugniar
According to the 2011 Census, Dugniar village had a total population of 105 people, including 45 males and 60 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 69.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 105 | 45 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 7 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Dugniar
Dugniar 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 Dugniar
Dugniar 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 Solan to Dugniar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugniar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugniar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugniar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugniar 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 Dugniar
Where is Dugniar located?
Dugniar village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugniar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugniar is Kyarad.
What is the pincode of Dugniar?
The pincode of Dugniar is 173235.
What is the population of Dugniar?
Dugniar had a total population of 105, including 45 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Dugniar?
Dugniar had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugniar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugniar was 78.95%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 69.81%.