Dugunwadi
Dugunwadi is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Dugunwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Dugunwadi has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Dugunwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dugunwadi is 568029. The village spans a total geographical area of 245 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416503. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Dugunwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dugunwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dugunwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Dugunwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 283 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 199 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 84 | 177 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dugunwadi village:
- The total population of Dugunwadi village is around 662, including approximately 283 males and 379 females, with a sex ratio of 1339 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Dugunwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dugunwadi village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dugunwadi village is about 60.57%, with male literacy at 70.32% and female literacy at 53.30%.
- There are around 196 households in Dugunwadi village.
Connectivity of Dugunwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dugunwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Dugunwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dugunwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dugunwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dugunwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dugunwadi
- Where is Dugunwadi located?
- Dugunwadi village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dugunwadi?
- Dugunwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dugunwadi?
- The pincode of Dugunwadi is 416503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dugunwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dugunwadi is 662, with 283 males and 379 females.
- How many households are there in Dugunwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dugunwadi village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dugunwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dugunwadi is 60.57%. The male literacy rate is 70.32%, while the female literacy rate is 53.30%.