Dugaulia - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Dugaulia is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Dugaulia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugaulia is 213203. The village covers a total geographical area of 2556.68 hectares and falls under the 231215 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dugaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dugaulia
As per Census 2011, Dugaulia village has a total population of 2,173 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,051 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 863 literate and 1,310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 676 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dugaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,173 | 1,122 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 220 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 209 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 676 | 353 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 539 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,310 | 583 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Dugaulia
Dugaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Juriya | North | 2.14 km |
| Baraganwa | East | 2.32 km |
| Judauri Pardhan | East | 2.68 km |
| Garama | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Patehra | South | 3.15 km |
| Jurauli Kolani | East | 3.48 km |
| Kolakari | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Aluar | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Onauli | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Tendui | North | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugaulia
Public transport in the Dugaulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agori Khas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Dugaulia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugaulia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dugaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugaulia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dugaulia
Where is Dugaulia located?
Dugaulia village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dugaulia?
Dugaulia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugaulia?
The pincode of Dugaulia is 231215.
What is the population of Dugaulia?
Dugaulia has a total population of 2,173, including 1,122 males and 1,051 females.
How many households are there in Dugaulia?
There are 440 households in Dugaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Dugaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugaulia is 39.71%. Male literacy is 48.04% and female literacy is 30.83%.