Dhandal
Dhandal is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Dhandal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhandal unique in its vibrant Ramnagar-Udhampur region. You’ll see Dhandal’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 Dhandal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhandal is 005072. The village spans a total geographical area of 943.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182147. Udhampur is nearest town to Dhandal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Dhandal
Population of Dhandal
According to the 2011 Census, Dhandal has a total population of about 3,093, with approximately 1,548 males and 1,545 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 500 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 815 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 569. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.45%, with male literacy at about 65.76% and female literacy near 45.11%. There are around 500 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhandal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,093 | 1,548 | 1,545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 244 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 815 | 401 | 414 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 290 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 1,715 | 1,018 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,378 | 530 | 848 |
Connectivity of Dhandal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhandal. As per the 2011 stats, Dhandal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhandal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhandal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhandal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhandal
- Where is Dhandal located?
- Dhandal village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhandal?
- Dhandal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhandal?
- The pincode of Dhandal is 182147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhandal is 3,093, with 1,548 males and 1,545 females.
- How many households are there in Dhandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhandal village has a total of 500 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhandal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhandal is 55.45%. The male literacy rate is 65.76%, while the female literacy rate is 45.11%.