Dugni - Dharampuri, Dhar
Dugni is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Kothida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugni is 475838. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.85 hectares and falls under the 454552 pincode. Dharampuri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dugni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dugni
According to the 2011 Census, Dugni village had a total population of 901 people, including 486 males and 415 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.87%, with male literacy at 59.90% and female literacy at 30.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 900.
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 | 901 | 486 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 102 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 900 | 485 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 230 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 256 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Dugni
Dugni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakaner | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Kakadda | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Neemgad | East | 2.85 km |
| Utawali | West | 3.09 km |
| Jhirnya | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Masidpura | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Dewjhiri | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Faraspura | South | 4.19 km |
| Bhedlya Chhota | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Hanmantya | South | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugni
Dugni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharampuri to Dugni is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dugni is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dugni
Where is Dugni located?
Dugni village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dugni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugni is Kothida.
What is the pincode of Dugni?
The pincode of Dugni is 454552.
What is the population of Dugni?
Dugni had a total population of 901, including 486 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Dugni?
Dugni had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugni was 45.87%. Male literacy was 59.90% and female literacy was 30.12%.