Dugri - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Dugri is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Dugri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugri is 032356. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Dugri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dugri
According to the 2011 Census, Dugri village had a total population of 182 people, including 83 males and 99 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.13%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 75.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 182 | 83 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 22 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Dugri
Dugri 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 Dugri
Dugri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Dugri is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dugri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dugri
Where is Dugri located?
Dugri village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugri?
Dugri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugri?
The pincode of Dugri is 144521.
What is the population of Dugri?
Dugri had a total population of 182, including 83 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dugri?
Dugri had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugri was 80.13%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 75.29%.