Dehwathoo - Sallar, Anantnag
Dehwathoo is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Pahalgam and around 35 km from Anantnmag. Dehwatoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehwathoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehwathoo is 003528. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.7 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dehwathoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehwathoo
As per Census 2011, Dehwathoo village has a total population of 1,241 people, consisting of 644 males and 597 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehwathoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 644 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 207 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 172 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 298 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 346 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Dehwathoo
Dehwathoo is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dehwathoo
Dehwathoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pahalgam to Dehwathoo is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnmag to Dehwathoo is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehwathoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehwathoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dehwathoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehwathoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dehwathoo
Where is Dehwathoo located?
Dehwathoo village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehwathoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehwathoo is Dehwatoo.
What is the pincode of Dehwathoo?
The pincode of Dehwathoo is 192129.
What is the population of Dehwathoo?
Dehwathoo has a total population of 1,241, including 644 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Dehwathoo?
There are 176 households in Dehwathoo.
What is the literacy rate in Dehwathoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehwathoo is 38.60%. Male literacy is 46.27% and female literacy is 30.32%.