Dandoosa - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Dandoosa is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Rafiabad and around 18 km from Baramulla. Dandoosa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandoosa is 002245. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.1 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Dandoosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandoosa
According to the 2011 Census, Dandoosa village had a total population of 559 people, including 277 males and 282 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.53%, with male literacy at 76.40% and female literacy at 56.86%.
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 | 559 | 277 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 191 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 86 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Dandoosa
Dandoosa 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 Dandoosa
Dandoosa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dandoosa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Watergam to Dandoosa is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Dandoosa is about 18 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 Dandoosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandoosa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandoosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandoosa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dandoosa
Where is Dandoosa located?
Dandoosa village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandoosa?
Dandoosa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandoosa?
The pincode of Dandoosa is 193303.
What is the population of Dandoosa?
Dandoosa had a total population of 559, including 277 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Dandoosa?
Dandoosa had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandoosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandoosa was 66.53%. Male literacy was 76.40% and female literacy was 56.86%.