Dugabal - Savadatti, Belagavi
Dugabal is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Parasgad and around 125 km from Belgaum. Hirekumbi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugabal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugabal is 598251. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.8 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dugabal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugabal
According to the 2011 Census, Dugabal village had a total population of 51 people, including 25 males and 26 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.39%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 73.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dugabal
Dugabal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harlapur | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Chikkumbi | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Hirekumbi | South | 4.11 km |
| Hooli | North | 4.53 km |
| Ugaragol | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Kuravinakoppa | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Chulaki | East | 5.80 km |
| Renukanagar | West | 6.43 km |
| Manikatti | North-East | 7.39 km |
| Katamalli | North-West | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugabal
Dugabal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hebsur, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soundatti to Dugabal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Dugabal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugabal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dugabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugabal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dugabal
Where is Dugabal located?
Dugabal village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugabal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugabal is Hirekumbi.
What is the pincode of Dugabal?
The pincode of Dugabal is 591126.
What is the population of Dugabal?
Dugabal had a total population of 51, including 25 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Dugabal?
Dugabal had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugabal was 80.39%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 73.08%.