Dhandowal

Dhandowal is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Dhandowal has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Dhandowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandowal is 002029. The village spans a total geographical area of 23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184142. Hiranagar is nearest town to Dhandowal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Dhandowal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 113 61 52
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 6 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 11 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 74 47 27
Illiterate Population 39 14 25

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

  • The total population of Dhandowal village is around 113, including approximately 61 males and 52 females, with a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Dhandowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhandowal village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhandowal village is about 65.49%, with male literacy at 77.05% and female literacy at 51.92%.
  • There are around 23 households in Dhandowal village.

Connectivity of Dhandowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandowal. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandowal 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhandowal

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

Juwaloo Chak Arjan Chak Chak Budhu Gurah Balu Suba Chak Basi Jamwal Muthi Hardo Dunga Behri Chak Sukhu Katal Brahmanan Katal Gujran

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandowal

Where is Dhandowal located?
Dhandowal village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Dhandowal?
The pincode of Dhandowal is 184142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhandowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandowal is 113, with 61 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Dhandowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhandowal village has a total of 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhandowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandowal is 65.49%. The male literacy rate is 77.05%, while the female literacy rate is 51.92%.