Dugad
Dugad is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dugad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dugad unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Dugad’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 Dugad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dugad is 552501. The village spans a total geographical area of 456.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 421302. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Dugad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Dugad
Population of Dugad
According to the 2011 Census, Dugad has a total population of about 1,948, with approximately 991 males and 957 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 333 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,074. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.59%, with male literacy at about 51.26% and female literacy near 39.71%. There are around 469 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dugad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,948 | 991 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 171 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,074 | 543 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 888 | 508 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 483 | 577 |
Connectivity of Dugad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dugad. As per the 2011 stats, Dugad 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 Dugad
Knowing the nearby villages of Dugad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dugad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dugad
- Where is Dugad located?
- Dugad village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dugad?
- Dugad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dugad?
- The pincode of Dugad is 421302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dugad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dugad is 1,948, with 991 males and 957 females.
- How many households are there in Dugad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dugad village has a total of 469 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dugad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dugad is 45.59%. The male literacy rate is 51.26%, while the female literacy rate is 39.71%.