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
As per Census 2011, Dugnu village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 59 males and 49 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugnu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 108, including 59 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Dugnu?
There are 15 households in Dugnu.
What is the literacy rate in Dugnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugnu is 64.81%. Male literacy is 64.41% and female literacy is 65.31%.