Dohal
Dohal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Mattoo is the gram panchayat of Dohal village.
Here you can discover what makes Dohal unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Dohal’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 Dohal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dohal is 005591. The village spans a total geographical area of 303.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Khour is nearest town to Dohal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Dohal
Population of Dohal
According to the 2011 Census, Dohal has a total population of about 517, with approximately 256 males and 261 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 475 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.32%, with male literacy at about 65.23% and female literacy near 57.47%. There are around 131 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dohal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 256 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 236 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 167 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 89 | 111 |
Connectivity of Dohal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dohal. As per the 2011 stats, Dohal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dohal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dohal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dohal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dohal
- Where is Dohal located?
- Dohal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dohal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dohal is Mattoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dohal?
- The pincode of Dohal is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dohal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dohal is 517, with 256 males and 261 females.
- How many households are there in Dohal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dohal village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dohal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dohal is 61.32%. The male literacy rate is 65.23%, while the female literacy rate is 57.47%.