Dudi - Machil, Kupwara
Dudi is a village situated in the Machil tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 70 km from Kupwara and around 70 km from Kupwara. Dudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudi is 000011. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.6 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lolab Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudi
As per Census 2011, Dudi village has a total population of 2,227 people, consisting of 1,218 males and 1,009 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 801 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 633 literate and 1,594 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,227 | 1,218 | 1,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 801 | 475 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 369 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,594 | 849 | 745 |
Nearby Villages of Dudi
Dudi 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 Dudi
Dudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kupwara to Dudi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dudi
Where is Dudi located?
Dudi village is located in Machil Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudi?
Dudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudi?
The pincode of Dudi is 193222.
What is the population of Dudi?
Dudi has a total population of 2,227, including 1,218 males and 1,009 females.
How many households are there in Dudi?
There are 235 households in Dudi.
What is the literacy rate in Dudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudi is 28.42%. Male literacy is 30.30% and female literacy is 26.16%.