Dutal - Patran, Patiala
Dutal is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Duttal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dutal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dutal is 036263. The village covers a total geographical area of 1069 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Dutal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dutal
According to the 2011 Census, Dutal village had a total population of 4,089 people, including 2,115 males and 1,974 females, living in 751 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.26%, with male literacy at 66.56% and female literacy at 49.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,896.
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 | 4,089 | 2,115 | 1,974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 282 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,896 | 963 | 933 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,063 | 1,220 | 843 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,026 | 895 | 1,131 |
Nearby Villages of Dutal
Dutal 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 Dutal
Dutal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Dutal is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dutal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dutal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dutal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dutal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dutal
Where is Dutal located?
Dutal village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dutal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dutal is Duttal.
What is the pincode of Dutal?
The pincode of Dutal is 147105.
What is the population of Dutal?
Dutal had a total population of 4,089, including 2,115 males and 1,974 females.
How many households are there in Dutal?
Dutal had 751 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dutal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dutal was 58.26%. Male literacy was 66.56% and female literacy was 49.36%.