Duggan

Duggan is a village located in Bani tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bani (tehsildar office) and 200km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Duggan has its own place in the vibrant Kathua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Duggan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duggan is 001768. The village spans a total geographical area of 1287 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184206. Bani is nearest town to Duggan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Duggan

Below is a concise population overview of Duggan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,545 809 736
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 287 155 132
Scheduled Castes (SC) 290 150 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 760 390 370
Literate Population 634 426 208
Illiterate Population 911 383 528

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Duggan village:

  • The total population of Duggan village is around 1,545, including approximately 809 males and 736 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 287 children aged 0–6 years in Duggan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Duggan village has 290 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 760 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Duggan village is about 41.04%, with male literacy at 52.66% and female literacy at 28.26%.
  • There are around 275 households in Duggan village.

Connectivity of Duggan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Duggan. As per the 2011 stats, Duggan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Duggan

Knowing the nearby villages of Duggan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Duggan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Duggan

Where is Duggan located?
Duggan village is situated in Bani Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Duggan?
The pincode of Duggan is 184206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Duggan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duggan is 1,545, with 809 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Duggan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Duggan village has a total of 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duggan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duggan is 41.04%. The male literacy rate is 52.66%, while the female literacy rate is 28.26%.