Dharmshala Singan - Chadoora, Budgam
Dharmshala Singan is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Chadoora and around 1 km from Budgam. Khampora Sari serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dharmshala Singan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmshala Singan is 000785. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.4 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Chadoora is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dharmshala Singan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chadoora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmshala Singan
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmshala Singan village had a total population of 609 people, including 333 males and 276 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.62%, with male literacy at 93.84% and female literacy at 82.22%.
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 | 609 | 333 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 259 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 74 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmshala Singan
Dharmshala Singan 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 Dharmshala Singan
Dharmshala Singan 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 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 Chadoora to Dharmshala Singan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Dharmshala Singan is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmshala Singan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmshala Singan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmshala Singan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmshala Singan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharmshala Singan
Where is Dharmshala Singan located?
Dharmshala Singan village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dharmshala Singan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dharmshala Singan is Khampora Sari.
What is the pincode of Dharmshala Singan?
The pincode of Dharmshala Singan is 191113.
What is the population of Dharmshala Singan?
Dharmshala Singan had a total population of 609, including 333 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Dharmshala Singan?
Dharmshala Singan had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmshala Singan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmshala Singan was 88.62%. Male literacy was 93.84% and female literacy was 82.22%.