Dughar - Shahapur, Thane
Dughar is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Varskaol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dughar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dughar is 552741. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Dughar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dughar
As per Census 2011, Dughar village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 70 males and 56 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dughar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 40 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 30 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dughar
Dughar 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 Dughar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dughar. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dughar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Dughar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dughar is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dughar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dughar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dughar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dughar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dughar
Where is Dughar located?
Dughar village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dughar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dughar is Varskaol.
What is the pincode of Dughar?
The pincode of Dughar is 421601.
What is the population of Dughar?
Dughar has a total population of 126, including 70 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Dughar?
There are 28 households in Dughar.
What is the literacy rate in Dughar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughar is 47.62%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 35.71%.