Dug
Dug is a village located in Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Phagwara (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Kapurthala . As per 2009 stats, Dug village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dug unique in its vibrant Phagwara-Kapurthala 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 029602. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144407. Phagwara is nearest town to Dug village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dug
Population of Dug
According to the 2011 Census, Dug has a total population of about 694, with approximately 366 males and 328 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 284 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 76.51%, with male literacy at about 81.15% and female literacy near 71.34%. There are around 144 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 | 694 | 366 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 158 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 531 | 297 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 69 | 94 |
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 10+ km distance |
| 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 Phagwara Tehsil, within the Kapurthala 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 144407, 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 694, with 366 males and 328 females.
- How many households are there in Dug as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dug village has a total of 144 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dug as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dug is 76.51%. The male literacy rate is 81.15%, while the female literacy rate is 71.34%.