Dugal Kalan - Patran, Patiala
Dugal Kalan is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Duggal Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugal Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugal Kalan is 036269. The village covers a total geographical area of 1258 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Dugal Kalan 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 Dugal Kalan
As per Census 2011, Dugal Kalan village has a total population of 3,734 people, consisting of 1,939 males and 1,795 females. The village has 724 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,035 literate and 1,699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugal Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,734 | 1,939 | 1,795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 246 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,344 | 717 | 627 |
| Literate Population | 2,035 | 1,161 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,699 | 778 | 921 |
Nearby Villages of Dugal Kalan
Dugal Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Dugal | East | 2.55 km |
| Nihalgarh | West | 2.78 km |
| Kaku Wala | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Dhandial | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Daftariwala | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Dhuhar | North | 4.02 km |
| Niyal | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Patran | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Lad Banjara Kalan | West | 5.01 km |
| Chounagra | South | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugal Kalan
Dugal Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Govindgarh Khokhar, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| 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 Dugal Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugal Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugal Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dugal Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugal Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dugal Kalan
Where is Dugal Kalan located?
Dugal Kalan village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugal Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugal Kalan is Duggal Kalan.
What is the pincode of Dugal Kalan?
The pincode of Dugal Kalan is 147105.
What is the population of Dugal Kalan?
Dugal Kalan has a total population of 3,734, including 1,939 males and 1,795 females.
How many households are there in Dugal Kalan?
There are 724 households in Dugal Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Dugal Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugal Kalan is 54.50%. Male literacy is 59.88% and female literacy is 48.69%.