Dughora - Karanja, Washim
Dughora is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Dudhora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dughora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dughora is 530949. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.95 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dughora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dughora
As per Census 2011, Dughora village has a total population of 1,468 people, consisting of 762 males and 706 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,072 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dughora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 762 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 236 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 603 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 159 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Dughora
Dughora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karkheda | East | 2.52 km |
| Manbha | North | 2.94 km |
| Pilkheda | West | 3.17 km |
| Pimpri Warghat | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Adgaon | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Bhalki | East | 4.63 km |
| Lohi | South-East | 5.95 km |
| Umarda | West | 5.95 km |
| Wadgaon Range | North-East | 5.98 km |
| Umartha | East | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dughora
Public transport in the Dughora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Dughora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Dughora is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dughora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dughora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dughora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dughora 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dughora
Where is Dughora located?
Dughora village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dughora?
The Gram Panchayat of Dughora is Dudhora.
What is the pincode of Dughora?
The pincode of Dughora is 444105.
What is the population of Dughora?
Dughora has a total population of 1,468, including 762 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Dughora?
There are 330 households in Dughora.
What is the literacy rate in Dughora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughora is 73.02%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 66.43%.