Dhangar

Dhangar is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kaleeth is the gram panchayat of Dhangar village.

Dhangar 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 Dhangar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhangar is 005542. The village spans a total geographical area of 367.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181122. Akhnoor is nearest town to Dhangar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhangar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 696 345 351
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 54 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 327 164 163
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 517 271 246
Illiterate Population 179 74 105

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

  • The total population of Dhangar village is around 696, including approximately 345 males and 351 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Dhangar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhangar village has 327 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhangar village is about 74.28%, with male literacy at 78.55% and female literacy at 70.09%.
  • There are around 150 households in Dhangar village.

Connectivity of Dhangar

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

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

Chak Bhawan Chak Bhagwan Dahok Khalsa Kandial Rajwal Khohara Kaleeth Sahar Chajwal Khore Pahari Wala

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhangar

Where is Dhangar located?
Dhangar village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhangar is Kaleeth (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhangar?
The pincode of Dhangar is 181122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhangar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhangar is 696, with 345 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Dhangar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhangar village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhangar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhangar is 74.28%. The male literacy rate is 78.55%, while the female literacy rate is 70.09%.