Dandwat

Dandwat is a village located in Budhal tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Budhal (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Rajouri.

Dandwat has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri 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 Dandwat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandwat is 001453. The village spans a total geographical area of 671.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185233. Rajouri is nearest town to Dandwat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.

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Population of Dandwat

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,963 1,513 1,450
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 660 335 325
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 657 345 312
Literate Population 1,090 759 331
Illiterate Population 1,873 754 1,119

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

  • The total population of Dandwat village is around 2,963, including approximately 1,513 males and 1,450 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 660 children aged 0–6 years in Dandwat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dandwat village has 657 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dandwat village is about 36.79%, with male literacy at 50.17% and female literacy at 22.83%.
  • There are around 533 households in Dandwat village.

Connectivity of Dandwat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandwat. As per the 2011 stats, Dandwat 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 Dandwat

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

Panjnara Kandi Targian Kewal Rajnagar Shapur Phalini Somote Darman Draj Mohra

Frequently Asked Questions about Dandwat

Where is Dandwat located?
Dandwat village is situated in Budhal Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Dandwat?
The pincode of Dandwat is 185233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dandwat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandwat is 2,963, with 1,513 males and 1,450 females.
How many households are there in Dandwat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dandwat village has a total of 533 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandwat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandwat is 36.79%. The male literacy rate is 50.17%, while the female literacy rate is 22.83%.