Dandi Dhara
Dandi Dhara is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Dandi Dhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dandi Dhara unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Dandi Dhara’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 Dandi Dhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandi Dhara is 001250. The village spans a total geographical area of 288 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185132. Surankote is nearest town to Dandi Dhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Dandi Dhara
Population of Dandi Dhara
According to the 2011 Census, Dandi Dhara has a total population of about 1,965, with approximately 1,010 males and 955 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 380 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,522. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.63%, with male literacy at about 56.73% and female literacy near 31.83%. There are around 388 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandi Dhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,965 | 1,010 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 217 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,522 | 781 | 741 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 573 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,088 | 437 | 651 |
Connectivity of Dandi Dhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandi Dhara. As per the 2011 stats, Dandi Dhara 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandi Dhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandi Dhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandi Dhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandi Dhara
- Where is Dandi Dhara located?
- Dandi Dhara village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandi Dhara?
- Dandi Dhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dandi Dhara?
- The pincode of Dandi Dhara is 185132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandi Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandi Dhara is 1,965, with 1,010 males and 955 females.
- How many households are there in Dandi Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandi Dhara village has a total of 388 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandi Dhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandi Dhara is 44.63%. The male literacy rate is 56.73%, while the female literacy rate is 31.83%.