Dulona - Shahgarh, Sagar
Dulona is a village situated in the Shahgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahgarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Dulona (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulona is 460317. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.66 hectares and falls under the 470340 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dulona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dulona
As per Census 2011, Dulona village has a total population of 1,167 people, consisting of 626 males and 541 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 659 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dulona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,167 | 626 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 108 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 115 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 428 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 198 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Dulona
Dulona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamhori Shahgarh | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Neguan Bineka | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Bankrai | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Gora Katya | North | 3.62 km |
| Gugra Khurd | East | 4.05 km |
| Budna | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Ratanpur | South | 5.08 km |
| Nouraj | East | 5.46 km |
| Simariya Uwari | East | 5.58 km |
| Dongarpur | West | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dulona
Dulona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Makronia, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banda to Dulona is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Dulona is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dulona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dulona
Where is Dulona located?
Dulona village is located in Shahgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dulona?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulona is Dulona (p).
What is the pincode of Dulona?
The pincode of Dulona is 470340.
What is the population of Dulona?
Dulona has a total population of 1,167, including 626 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Dulona?
There are 280 households in Dulona.
What is the literacy rate in Dulona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulona is 56.47%. Male literacy is 68.37% and female literacy is 42.70%.