Dudu - Latti, Udhampur
Dudu is a village situated in the Latti tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 91 km from Ramnagar and around 96 km from Udhampur. Dudu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudu is 005043. The village covers a total geographical area of 1528.5 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Basant Garh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dudu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dudu
As per Census 2011, Dudu village has a total population of 1,719 people, consisting of 893 males and 826 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 918 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,719 | 893 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 918 | 467 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 654 | 452 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 441 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Dudu
Dudu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachound | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Chapper | West | 7.49 km |
| Rasli Thakrai | South | 9.20 km |
| Basant Garh | South-East | 10.19 km |
| Kella | South-West | 11.68 km |
| Barwa | North-East | 12.38 km |
| Dhar | North-East | 13.22 km |
| Hanga | North-East | 13.66 km |
| Dugli | North-East | 13.79 km |
| Jig | West | 13.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dudu
Dudu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| 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 Basant Garh to Dudu is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Dudu is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dudu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudu 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 Dudu
Where is Dudu located?
Dudu village is located in Latti Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudu?
Dudu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dudu?
The pincode of Dudu is 182128.
What is the population of Dudu?
Dudu has a total population of 1,719, including 893 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Dudu?
There are 312 households in Dudu.
What is the literacy rate in Dudu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudu is 38.05%. Male literacy is 50.62% and female literacy is 24.46%.