Dugrawada - Ashti, Wardha
Dugrawada is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Durgwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugrawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugrawada is 533385. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.7 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Warud is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dugrawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugrawada
As per Census 2011, Dugrawada village has a total population of 1,313 people, consisting of 687 males and 626 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 965 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugrawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,313 | 687 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 170 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 83 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 524 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 163 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Dugrawada
Dugrawada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rudrapur | South | 1.60 km |
| Shahapur | West | 1.79 km |
| Salora | East | 1.80 km |
| Haturna | North | 2.05 km |
| Shiwapur | East | 2.99 km |
| Khargad | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Sahur | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Tarasawanga | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Borgaon | West | 3.67 km |
| Jamgaon | South | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugrawada
Dugrawada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Benoda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warud to Dugrawada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Dugrawada is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugrawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugrawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugrawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugrawada 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 Dugrawada
Where is Dugrawada located?
Dugrawada village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugrawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugrawada is Durgwada.
What is the pincode of Dugrawada?
The pincode of Dugrawada is 442202.
What is the population of Dugrawada?
Dugrawada has a total population of 1,313, including 687 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Dugrawada?
There are 326 households in Dugrawada.
What is the literacy rate in Dugrawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugrawada is 73.50%. Male literacy is 76.27% and female literacy is 70.45%.