Dugga - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Dugga is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Kishtwar and around 32 km from Kishtwar. Dugga village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugga is 004718. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.9 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Inderwal 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 922 people, including 465 males and 457 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.49%, with male literacy at 80.21% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 302.
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 | 922 | 465 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 155 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 312 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 153 | 227 |
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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kishtwar to Dugga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Dugga is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dugga
Where is Dugga located?
Dugga village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dugga?
Dugga is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugga?
The pincode of Dugga is 182204.
What is the population of Dugga?
Dugga had a total population of 922, including 465 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Dugga?
Dugga had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugga was 69.49%. Male literacy was 80.21% and female literacy was 58.82%.