Dehwathu Village Overview
Dehwathu is a village in Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu & Kashmir. It lies about 14 km from Pahalgam tehsil headquarters and around 35 km from Anantnmag district headquarters.
The sections below provide essential information about Dehwathu village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehwathu is 003528. The village covers a geographical area of 90.7 hectares and has a pincode of 192401. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Location Map of Dehwathu
Population & Demographics of Dehwathu
This section provides population and demographic details of Dehwathu village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 644 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 207 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 172 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 298 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 346 | 416 |
Key population details of Dehwathu village are given below:
- Dehwathu village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,241, including approximately 644 males and 597 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- A large share of the population consists of children aged 0–6 years.
- 325 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Dehwathu village is low, with a literacy rate of about 38.60%.
- There are around 176 households in Dehwathu village.
Transport & Connectivity of Dehwathu
Transport facilities help residents of Dehwathu village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dehwathu
The following villages are located close to Dehwathu and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dehwathu
- Where is Dehwathu located?
- Dehwathu village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Dehwathu?
- The pincode of Dehwathu is 192401.
- What is the population of Dehwathu?
- Dehwathu has a total population of 1,241, including 644 males and 597 females.
- How many households are there in Dehwathu?
- There are 176 households in Dehwathu.
- What is the literacy rate in Dehwathu?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehwathu is 38.60%. Male literacy is 46.27% and female literacy is 30.32%.