Dawar - Gurez, Bandipora
Dawar is a village situated in the Gurez tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Gurez and around 85 km from Bandipora. Dawar A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawar is 002704. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.9 hectares and falls under the 193503 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Dawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gurez Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dawar
As per Census 2011, Dawar village has a total population of 4,253 people, consisting of 3,038 males and 1,215 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 399 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,426 literate and 827 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,432 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,253 | 3,038 | 1,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 163 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,432 | 1,284 | 1,148 |
| Literate Population | 3,426 | 2,663 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 375 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Dawar
Dawar 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 Dawar
Public transport in the Dawar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bandipora to Dawar is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dawar
Where is Dawar located?
Dawar village is located in Gurez Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dawar is Dawar A.
What is the pincode of Dawar?
The pincode of Dawar is 193503.
What is the population of Dawar?
Dawar has a total population of 4,253, including 3,038 males and 1,215 females.
How many households are there in Dawar?
There are 506 households in Dawar.
What is the literacy rate in Dawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawar is 80.55%. Male literacy is 87.66% and female literacy is 62.80%.