Dugara - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Dugara is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Dugara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugara is 152560. The village covers a total geographical area of 580 hectares and falls under the 284206 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dugara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugara
According to the 2011 Census, Dugara village had a total population of 1,634 people, including 863 males and 771 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.12%, with male literacy at 91.20% and female literacy at 74.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 851.
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 | 1,634 | 863 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 851 | 455 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 705 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 158 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Dugara
Dugara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itawa | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Tori Fatehpur | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Pandwaha | North | 3.01 km |
| Maheba | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Kishor Pura | South | 3.59 km |
| Dhana Bilgaon | West | 3.60 km |
| Bagrauni | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Chhiraura Buzurg | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Ataniya | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Bandh | West | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugara
Dugara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rora, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.9 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 Jhansi to Dugara is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Dugara is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dugara
Where is Dugara located?
Dugara village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugara?
Dugara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugara?
The pincode of Dugara is 284206.
What is the population of Dugara?
Dugara had a total population of 1,634, including 863 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Dugara?
Dugara had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugara was 83.12%. Male literacy was 91.20% and female literacy was 74.06%.