Duguru

Duguru is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Duguru village is also a gram panchayat.

Duguru has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Duguru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Duguru is 607639. The village spans a total geographical area of 544.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577434. Sorab is nearest town to Duguru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Duguru

Below is a concise population overview of Duguru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,461 725 736
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 168 98 70
Scheduled Castes (SC) 115 61 54
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,105 580 525
Illiterate Population 356 145 211

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Duguru village:

  • The total population of Duguru village is around 1,461, including approximately 725 males and 736 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 168 children aged 0–6 years in Duguru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Duguru village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Duguru village is about 75.63%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 71.33%.
  • There are around 339 households in Duguru village.

Connectivity of Duguru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Duguru. As per the 2011 stats, Duguru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Duguru

Knowing the nearby villages of Duguru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Duguru.

Frequently Asked Questions about Duguru

Where is Duguru located?
Duguru village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duguru?
Duguru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Duguru?
The pincode of Duguru is 577434, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Duguru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Duguru is 1,461, with 725 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Duguru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Duguru village has a total of 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duguru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Duguru is 75.63%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 71.33%.