Dhugga Kalan
Dhugga Kalan is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dhuga Kalan is the gram panchayat of Dhugga Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhugga Kalan unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Dhugga Kalan’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 Dhugga Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhugga Kalan is 030856. The village spans a total geographical area of 285 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144305. Dasua is nearest town to Dhugga Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dhugga Kalan
Population of Dhugga Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhugga Kalan has a total population of about 1,930, with approximately 961 males and 969 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 949 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 79.90%, with male literacy at about 83.87% and female literacy near 75.95%. There are around 393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhugga Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,930 | 961 | 969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 467 | 482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 806 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 155 | 233 |
Connectivity of Dhugga Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhugga Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhugga Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Dhugga Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhugga Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhugga Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhugga Kalan
- Where is Dhugga Kalan located?
- Dhugga Kalan village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhugga Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhugga Kalan is Dhuga Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhugga Kalan?
- The pincode of Dhugga Kalan is 144305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhugga Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhugga Kalan is 1,930, with 961 males and 969 females.
- How many households are there in Dhugga Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhugga Kalan village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhugga Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhugga Kalan is 79.90%. The male literacy rate is 83.87%, while the female literacy rate is 75.95%.