Dugdha
Dugdha is a village located in Bagmundi subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.1km away from sub-district headquarter Pathardihi (tehsildar office) and 68.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Beergram is the gram panchayat of Dugdha village.
Here you can discover what makes Dugdha unique in its vibrant Bagmundi-Puruliya region. You’ll see Dugdha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dugdha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dugdha is 331531. The village spans a total geographical area of 631.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723212. Jhalda is nearest town to Dugdha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Dugdha
Population of Dugdha
According to the 2011 Census, Dugdha has a total population of about 831, with approximately 404 males and 427 females. The sex ratio is around 1056 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 328. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.53%, with male literacy at about 62.38% and female literacy near 33.49%. There are around 199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dugdha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 831 | 404 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 51 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 169 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 252 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 152 | 284 |
Connectivity of Dugdha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dugdha. As per the 2011 stats, Dugdha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dugdha
Knowing the nearby villages of Dugdha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dugdha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dugdha
- Where is Dugdha located?
- Dugdha village is situated in Bagmundi Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dugdha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dugdha is Beergram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dugdha?
- The pincode of Dugdha is 723212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dugdha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dugdha is 831, with 404 males and 427 females.
- How many households are there in Dugdha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dugdha village has a total of 199 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dugdha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dugdha is 47.53%. The male literacy rate is 62.38%, while the female literacy rate is 33.49%.