Dugani - Varla, Barwani
Dugani is a village situated in the Varla tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Varla and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Dugani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugani is 478669. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005.81 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dugani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugani
As per Census 2011, Dugani village has a total population of 7,137 people, consisting of 3,579 males and 3,558 females. The village has 1,117 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,053 literate and 5,084 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,060 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,137 | 3,579 | 3,558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,533 | 794 | 739 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,060 | 3,020 | 3,040 |
| Literate Population | 2,053 | 1,206 | 847 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,084 | 2,373 | 2,711 |
Nearby Villages of Dugani
Dugani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoli | South | 1.88 km |
| Dudhkheda | West | 2.15 km |
| Rajangaon | South | 4.56 km |
| Belghat | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Balwadi | West | 4.65 km |
| Ghegaon | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Kermala | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Chikhali | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Jamati | East | 6.61 km |
| Mohan Padawa | North-East | 6.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugani
Dugani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Dugani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Dugani is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugani 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 Dugani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugani 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dugani
Where is Dugani located?
Dugani village is located in Varla Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugani?
Dugani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugani?
The pincode of Dugani is 451666.
What is the population of Dugani?
Dugani has a total population of 7,137, including 3,579 males and 3,558 females.
How many households are there in Dugani?
There are 1,117 households in Dugani.
What is the literacy rate in Dugani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugani is 28.77%. Male literacy is 33.70% and female literacy is 23.81%.