Dohobiwan - Kunzer, Baramulla
Dohobiwan is a village situated in the Kunzer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Tangmarg and around 43 km from Baramulla. Dhobiwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dohobiwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dohobiwan is 002698. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.2 hectares and falls under the 193404 pincode. Kunzer is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dohobiwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dohobiwan
According to the 2011 Census, Dohobiwan village had a total population of 1,641 people, including 855 males and 786 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.53%, with male literacy at 81.80% and female literacy at 56.79%.
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 | 1,641 | 855 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 190 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 544 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 311 | 422 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dohobiwan
Dohobiwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dohobiwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kunzer to Dohobiwan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Dohobiwan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dohobiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dohobiwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dohobiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dohobiwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dohobiwan
Where is Dohobiwan located?
Dohobiwan village is located in Kunzer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dohobiwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dohobiwan is Dhobiwan.
What is the pincode of Dohobiwan?
The pincode of Dohobiwan is 193404.
What is the population of Dohobiwan?
Dohobiwan had a total population of 1,641, including 855 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Dohobiwan?
Dohobiwan had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dohobiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dohobiwan was 69.53%. Male literacy was 81.80% and female literacy was 56.79%.