Dughi - Koregaon, Satara
Dughi is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dudhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dughi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dughi is 563711. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.8 hectares and falls under the 415501 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dughi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dughi
According to the 2011 Census, Dughi village had a total population of 1,282 people, including 634 males and 648 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.53%, with male literacy at 84.22% and female literacy at 75.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 1,282 | 634 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 475 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 159 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Dughi
Dughi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sasurve | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Godsewadi | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Nigadi | East | 2.39 km |
| Shirambe | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Eksal | North | 2.81 km |
| Dhamner | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Kathapur | West | 3.38 km |
| Jihe | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Katewadi | East | 4.13 km |
| Shirdhon | North-West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dughi
Dughi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahimatpur to Dughi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dughi is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dughi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dughi 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 Dughi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dughi 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 Dughi
Where is Dughi located?
Dughi village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dughi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dughi is Dudhi.
What is the pincode of Dughi?
The pincode of Dughi is 415501.
What is the population of Dughi?
Dughi had a total population of 1,282, including 634 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Dughi?
Dughi had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dughi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughi was 79.53%. Male literacy was 84.22% and female literacy was 75.08%.