Dhanwan

Dhanwan is a village located in Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kalakote (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Rajouri.

Dhanwan 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 Dhanwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhanwan is 001530. The village spans a total geographical area of 401.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185202. Rajouri is nearest town to Dhanwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

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Population of Dhanwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,139 588 551
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 218 110 108
Scheduled Castes (SC) 144 80 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 712 359 353
Literate Population 575 344 231
Illiterate Population 564 244 320

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

  • The total population of Dhanwan village is around 1,139, including approximately 588 males and 551 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 218 children aged 0–6 years in Dhanwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhanwan village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 712 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dhanwan village is about 50.48%, with male literacy at 58.50% and female literacy at 41.92%.
  • There are around 257 households in Dhanwan village.

Connectivity of Dhanwan

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanwan

Where is Dhanwan located?
Dhanwan village is situated in Kalakote Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Dhanwan?
The pincode of Dhanwan is 185202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhanwan is 1,139, with 588 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhanwan village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhanwan is 50.48%. The male literacy rate is 58.50%, while the female literacy rate is 41.92%.