Dhalan
Dhalan is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Budwal is the gram panchayat of Dhalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dhalan unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Dhalan’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 Dhalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhalan is 005594. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181204. Khourt is nearest town to Dhalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Dhalan
Population of Dhalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dhalan has a total population of about 643, with approximately 341 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 608 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.63%, with male literacy at about 71.85% and female literacy near 58.61%. There are around 158 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 341 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 48 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 321 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 422 | 245 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 96 | 125 |
Connectivity of Dhalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dhalan 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 Dhalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhalan
- Where is Dhalan located?
- Dhalan village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dhalan is Budwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dhalan?
- The pincode of Dhalan is 181204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhalan is 643, with 341 males and 302 females.
- How many households are there in Dhalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhalan village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhalan is 65.63%. The male literacy rate is 71.85%, while the female literacy rate is 58.61%.