Dugawa - Kukshi, Dhar
Dugawa is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Dugawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugawa is 475468. The village covers a total geographical area of 700.59 hectares and falls under the 454335 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dugawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dugawa
According to the 2011 Census, Dugawa village had a total population of 2,499 people, including 1,239 males and 1,260 females, living in 414 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.08%, with male literacy at 70.57% and female literacy at 47.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,489.
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 | 2,499 | 1,239 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 172 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,489 | 738 | 751 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 753 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 486 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Dugawa
Dugawa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dugawa
Dugawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dugawa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kukshi to Dugawa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Dugawa is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugawa 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 Dugawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugawa 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 Dugawa
Where is Dugawa located?
Dugawa village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugawa?
Dugawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugawa?
The pincode of Dugawa is 454335.
What is the population of Dugawa?
Dugawa had a total population of 2,499, including 1,239 males and 1,260 females.
How many households are there in Dugawa?
Dugawa had 414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugawa was 59.08%. Male literacy was 70.57% and female literacy was 47.68%.