Dhuppa - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Dhuppa is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Dhuppa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuppa is 545162. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.14 hectares and falls under the 431736 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dhuppa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhuppa
As per Census 2011, Dhuppa village has a total population of 1,694 people, consisting of 875 males and 819 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,151 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 610 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhuppa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 875 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 102 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 610 | 311 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 652 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 223 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuppa
Dhuppa 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 Dhuppa
Dhuppa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deglur to Dhuppa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Dhuppa is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuppa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuppa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhuppa
Where is Dhuppa located?
Dhuppa village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuppa?
Dhuppa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhuppa?
The pincode of Dhuppa is 431736.
What is the population of Dhuppa?
Dhuppa has a total population of 1,694, including 875 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Dhuppa?
There are 335 households in Dhuppa.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuppa is 67.95%. Male literacy is 74.51% and female literacy is 60.93%.