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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dughar village had a total population of 126 people, including 70 males and 56 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 68.97% and female literacy at 42.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Dughar?
The Village Panchayat of Dughar is Varskaol.
What is the pincode of Dughar?
The pincode of Dughar is 421601.
What is the population of Dughar?
Dughar had a total population of 126, including 70 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Dughar?
Dughar had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dughar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughar was 57.14%. Male literacy was 68.97% and female literacy was 42.55%.