Dut - Amritsar- II, Amritsar
Dut is a village situated in the Amritsar- II tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar- Ii and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Butt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dut is 037577. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 143413 pincode. Amritsar is the nearest town.
Dut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dut
According to the 2011 Census, Dut village had a total population of 771 people, including 402 males and 369 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.26%, with male literacy at 76.59% and female literacy at 57.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 397.
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 | 771 | 402 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 56 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 217 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 265 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 137 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Dut
Dut 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 Dut
Dut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dut.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Amritsar to Dut is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dut 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dut
Where is Dut located?
Dut village is located in Amritsar- II Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dut?
The Gram Panchayat of Dut is Butt.
What is the pincode of Dut?
The pincode of Dut is 143413.
What is the population of Dut?
Dut had a total population of 771, including 402 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Dut?
Dut had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dut was 67.26%. Male literacy was 76.59% and female literacy was 57.53%.