Dhughara - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Dhughara is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bastiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhughara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhughara is 186763. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.52 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town.
Dhughara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhughara
As per Census 2011, Dhughara village has a total population of 368 people, consisting of 186 males and 182 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhughara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 186 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 140 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 46 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Dhughara
Dhughara 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 Dhughara
Dhughara 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Dhughara 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 Dhughara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhughara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhughara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhughara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhughara
Where is Dhughara located?
Dhughara village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhughara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhughara is Bastiya.
What is the pincode of Dhughara?
The pincode of Dhughara is 273211.
What is the population of Dhughara?
Dhughara has a total population of 368, including 186 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Dhughara?
There are 46 households in Dhughara.
What is the literacy rate in Dhughara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhughara is 61.14%. Male literacy is 75.27% and female literacy is 46.70%.