Dug
Dug is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Dug village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dug unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Dug’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dug
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dug is 037180. The village spans a total geographical area of 400 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143110. Raja Sansi is nearest town to Dug village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dug village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dug
Population of Dug
According to the 2011 Census, Dug has a total population of about 1,345, with approximately 680 males and 665 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 252 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,083 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.58%, with male literacy at about 32.50% and female literacy near 18.50%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dug's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,345 | 680 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 112 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,083 | 541 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 344 | 221 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,001 | 459 | 542 |
Connectivity of Dug
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dug. As per the 2011 stats, Dug had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dug
Knowing the nearby villages of Dug helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dug.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dug
- Where is Dug located?
- Dug village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dug?
- Dug serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dug?
- The pincode of Dug is 143110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dug as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dug is 1,345, with 680 males and 665 females.
- How many households are there in Dug as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dug village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dug as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dug is 25.58%. The male literacy rate is 32.50%, while the female literacy rate is 18.50%.