Dharmkot
Dharmkot is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Here you can discover what makes Dharmkot unique in its vibrant Billawar-Kathua region. You’ll see Dharmkot’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 Dharmkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharmkot is 001707. The village spans a total geographical area of 541 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184203. Billawar is nearest town to Dharmkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Dharmkot
Population of Dharmkot
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmkot has a total population of about 2,879, with approximately 1,520 males and 1,359 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 406 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,953 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.55%, with male literacy at about 69.74% and female literacy near 52.39%. There are around 656 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharmkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,879 | 1,520 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 226 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,953 | 1,033 | 920 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,772 | 1,060 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 460 | 647 |
Connectivity of Dharmkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharmkot. As per the 2011 stats, Dharmkot 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 Dharmkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharmkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharmkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharmkot
- Where is Dharmkot located?
- Dharmkot village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Dharmkot?
- The pincode of Dharmkot is 184203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharmkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharmkot is 2,879, with 1,520 males and 1,359 females.
- How many households are there in Dharmkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharmkot village has a total of 656 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharmkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharmkot is 61.55%. The male literacy rate is 69.74%, while the female literacy rate is 52.39%.