Dugal Khurd - Patran, Patiala
Dugal Khurd 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. Dugal Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugal Khurd is 036268. The village covers a total geographical area of 700 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Dugal Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Dugal Khurd village has a total population of 3,414 people, consisting of 1,825 males and 1,589 females. The village has 654 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 450 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,828 literate and 1,586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugal Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,414 | 1,825 | 1,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 259 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,429 | 777 | 652 |
| Literate Population | 1,828 | 1,060 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,586 | 765 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Dugal Khurd
Dugal Khurd 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 Dugal Khurd
Dugal Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Dugal Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugal Khurd 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dugal Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dugal Khurd
Where is Dugal Khurd located?
Dugal Khurd village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugal Khurd?
Dugal Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugal Khurd?
The pincode of Dugal Khurd is 147105.
What is the population of Dugal Khurd?
Dugal Khurd has a total population of 3,414, including 1,825 males and 1,589 females.
How many households are there in Dugal Khurd?
There are 654 households in Dugal Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Dugal Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugal Khurd is 53.54%. Male literacy is 58.08% and female literacy is 48.33%.