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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Dehwathoo village had a total population of 1,241 people, including 644 males and 597 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.96%, with male literacy at 68.19% and female literacy at 44.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 644 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 207 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Dehwathoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dehwathoo is Dehwatoo.
What is the pincode of Dehwathoo?
The pincode of Dehwathoo is 192129.
What is the population of Dehwathoo?
Dehwathoo had a total population of 1,241, including 644 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Dehwathoo?
Dehwathoo had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehwathoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehwathoo was 56.96%. Male literacy was 68.19% and female literacy was 44.80%.