Dhakhar

Dhakhar is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Ak\hnoor (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Batal is the gram panchayat of Dhakhar village.

Dhakhar has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dhakhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhakhar is 005490. The village spans a total geographical area of 708.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181204. Khour is nearest town to Dhakhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Dhakhar

Below is a concise population overview of Dhakhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,050 534 516
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 180 100 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 241 123 118
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 666 367 299
Illiterate Population 384 167 217

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhakhar village:

  • The total population of Dhakhar village is around 1,050, including approximately 534 males and 516 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Dhakhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhakhar village has 241 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhakhar village is about 63.43%, with male literacy at 68.73% and female literacy at 57.95%.
  • There are around 214 households in Dhakhar village.

Connectivity of Dhakhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhakhar. As per the 2011 stats, Dhakhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhakhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhakhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhakhar.

Majhoor Lohara Dori Nathal Jogwan Batal Chakla Matrial Barroh Kalah Kharah

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhakhar

Where is Dhakhar located?
Dhakhar village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhakhar is Batal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhakhar?
The pincode of Dhakhar is 181204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhakhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhakhar is 1,050, with 534 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Dhakhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhakhar village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhakhar is 63.43%. The male literacy rate is 68.73%, while the female literacy rate is 57.95%.