Dugga - Bhaderwah, Doda
Dugga is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Dugga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugga is 004466. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.4 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dugga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugga
According to the 2011 Census, Dugga village had a total population of 547 people, including 281 males and 266 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.21%, with male literacy at 95.90% and female literacy at 74.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 547 | 281 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 109 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 234 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 47 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Dugga
Dugga 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 Dugga
Dugga 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Dugga is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Dugga is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dugga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dugga
Where is Dugga located?
Dugga village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugga?
Dugga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugga?
The pincode of Dugga is 182222.
What is the population of Dugga?
Dugga had a total population of 547, including 281 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Dugga?
Dugga had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugga was 85.21%. Male literacy was 95.90% and female literacy was 74.15%.