Dugaon
Dugaon is a village located in Nashik tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Nashik (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Dugaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dugaon unique in its vibrant Nashik region. You’ll see Dugaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dugaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dugaon is 550955. The village spans a total geographical area of 1195 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Dugaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dugaon 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 Devlali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nashik Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dugaon
Population of Dugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dugaon has a total population of about 3,387, with approximately 1,729 males and 1,658 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 272 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,683. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.74%, with male literacy at about 77.85% and female literacy near 65.38%. There are around 641 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dugaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,387 | 1,729 | 1,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 242 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,683 | 848 | 835 |
| Literate Population | 2,430 | 1,346 | 1,084 |
| Illiterate Population | 957 | 383 | 574 |
Connectivity of Dugaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dugaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dugaon 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 Dugaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dugaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dugaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dugaon
- Where is Dugaon located?
- Dugaon village is situated in Nashik Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dugaon?
- Dugaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dugaon is 3,387, with 1,729 males and 1,658 females.
- How many households are there in Dugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dugaon village has a total of 641 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dugaon is 71.74%. The male literacy rate is 77.85%, while the female literacy rate is 65.38%.