Dab
Dab is a village located in Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Lar (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Gaderba.
Here you can discover what makes Dab unique in its vibrant Lar-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Dab’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 Dab
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dab is 002879. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.1 hectares. Ganderbal is nearest town to Dab village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Dab
Population of Dab
According to the 2011 Census, Dab has a total population of about 3,609, with approximately 1,846 males and 1,763 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 536 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.76%, with male literacy at about 59.80% and female literacy near 39.25%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dab's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,609 | 1,846 | 1,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 311 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,796 | 1,104 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,813 | 742 | 1,071 |
Connectivity of Dab
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dab. As per the 2011 stats, Dab had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dab
Knowing the nearby villages of Dab helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dab.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dab
- Where is Dab located?
- Dab village is situated in Lar Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Dab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dab is 3,609, with 1,846 males and 1,763 females.
- How many households are there in Dab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dab village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dab as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dab is 49.76%. The male literacy rate is 59.80%, while the female literacy rate is 39.25%.