Dugnu - Darlaghat, Solan
Dugnu is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhundan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugnu is 020427. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dugnu 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 Dugnu
According to the 2011 Census, Dugnu village had a total population of 108 people, including 59 males and 49 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.09%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 76.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dugnu
Dugnu 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 Dugnu
Dugnu 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 Dugnu is about 85 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 Dugnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugnu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dugnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugnu 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 Dugnu
Where is Dugnu located?
Dugnu village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugnu is Dhundan.
What is the pincode of Dugnu?
The pincode of Dugnu is 173235.
What is the population of Dugnu?
Dugnu had a total population of 108, including 59 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Dugnu?
Dugnu had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugnu was 76.09%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 76.19%.