Dughara - Gola, Gorakhpur
Dughara is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Dughara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dughara is 187515. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.44 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dughara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dughara
According to the 2011 Census, Dughara village had a total population of 3,788 people, including 1,951 males and 1,837 females, living in 620 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.92%, with male literacy at 85.63% and female literacy at 61.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,139, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 3,788 | 1,951 | 1,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 295 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,139 | 633 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,423 | 1,418 | 1,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,365 | 533 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Dughara
Dughara 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 Dughara
Dughara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Dughara is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Dughara is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dughara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dughara 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 Dughara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dughara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dughara
Where is Dughara located?
Dughara village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dughara?
Dughara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dughara?
The pincode of Dughara is 273407.
What is the population of Dughara?
Dughara had a total population of 3,788, including 1,951 males and 1,837 females.
How many households are there in Dughara?
Dughara had 620 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dughara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dughara was 73.92%. Male literacy was 85.63% and female literacy was 61.96%.