Dednia - Budgam
Dednia is a village situated in the Budgam tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Budgam and around 5 km from Budgam. Waterwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dednia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dednia is 000665. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.6 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dednia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dednia
As per Census 2011, Dednia village has a total population of 759 people, consisting of 393 males and 366 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 406 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dednia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 393 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 232 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 161 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Dednia
Dednia 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 Dednia
Dednia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dednia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badgam to Dednia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Dednia is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dednia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dednia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dednia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dednia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dednia
Where is Dednia located?
Dednia village is located in Budgam Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dednia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dednia is Waterwani.
What is the pincode of Dednia?
The pincode of Dednia is 191111.
What is the population of Dednia?
Dednia has a total population of 759, including 393 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Dednia?
There are 142 households in Dednia.
What is the literacy rate in Dednia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dednia is 46.51%. Male literacy is 59.03% and female literacy is 33.06%.