Dam Hall - Kokernag, Anantnag
Dam Hall is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Damhall serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dam Hall village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dam Hall is 003765. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.8 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Achabal is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dam Hall village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dam Hall
As per Census 2011, Dam Hall village has a total population of 2,860 people, consisting of 1,468 males and 1,392 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,734 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dam Hall are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,860 | 1,468 | 1,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 249 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 1,734 | 1,020 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 448 | 678 |
Nearby Villages of Dam Hall
Dam Hall is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Imoh | North | 1.77 km |
| Hard Pora | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Ugjan | West | 3.64 km |
| Akin Gam | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Wani Hama | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Hardu Dehrana | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Shanker Pora | South | 5.99 km |
| Manzim Pora | North-West | 6.31 km |
| Khal Har | South-East | 6.98 km |
| Hari Gam | South | 8.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dam Hall
Dam Hall is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achabal to Dam Hall is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Dam Hall is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dam Hall
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dam Hall village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dam Hall
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dam Hall village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dam Hall
Where is Dam Hall located?
Dam Hall village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dam Hall?
The Gram Panchayat of Dam Hall is Damhall.
What is the pincode of Dam Hall?
The pincode of Dam Hall is 192202.
What is the population of Dam Hall?
Dam Hall has a total population of 2,860, including 1,468 males and 1,392 females.
How many households are there in Dam Hall?
There are 426 households in Dam Hall.
What is the literacy rate in Dam Hall?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dam Hall is 60.63%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 51.29%.