Dhaugaon - Surada, Ganjam
Dhaugaon is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gangapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhaugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhaugaon is 410851. The village falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dhaugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhaugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhaugaon village had a total population of 101 people, including 42 males and 59 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,405 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.06%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 40.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 101 | 42 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 40 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dhaugaon
Dhaugaon 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 Dhaugaon
Public transport in the Dhaugaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dhaugaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Dhaugaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Dhaugaon is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhaugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhaugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhaugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhaugaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhaugaon
Where is Dhaugaon located?
Dhaugaon village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhaugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhaugaon is Gangapur.
What is the pincode of Dhaugaon?
The pincode of Dhaugaon is 761108.
What is the population of Dhaugaon?
Dhaugaon had a total population of 101, including 42 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Dhaugaon?
Dhaugaon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhaugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhaugaon was 47.06%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 40.82%.