Dachan - Beerwah, Budgam
Dachan is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Beerwah and around 18 km from Budgam. Dasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dachan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dachan is 000516. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.03 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dachan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dachan
As per Census 2011, Dachan village has a total population of 1,351 people, consisting of 704 males and 647 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 515 literate and 836 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dachan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,351 | 704 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 126 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 328 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 376 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Dachan
Dachan 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 Dachan
Dachan 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Dachan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Dachan 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 Dachan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dachan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dachan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dachan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dachan
Where is Dachan located?
Dachan village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dachan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dachan is Dasan.
What is the pincode of Dachan?
The pincode of Dachan is 193411.
What is the population of Dachan?
Dachan has a total population of 1,351, including 704 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Dachan?
There are 157 households in Dachan.
What is the literacy rate in Dachan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dachan is 38.12%. Male literacy is 46.59% and female literacy is 28.90%.