Dalowah - Bhaderwah, Doda
Dalowah is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadarwa and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Hanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalowah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalowah is 004477. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.6 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Bhadarwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dalowah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalowah
According to the 2011 Census, Dalowah village had a total population of 299 people, including 152 males and 147 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.26%, with male literacy at 90.51% and female literacy at 57.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 299 | 152 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 124 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 28 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dalowah
Dalowah 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 Dalowah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dalowah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadarwa to Dalowah is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Dalowah is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalowah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalowah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalowah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalowah 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dalowah
Where is Dalowah located?
Dalowah village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalowah?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalowah is Hanga.
What is the pincode of Dalowah?
The pincode of Dalowah is 182221.
What is the population of Dalowah?
Dalowah had a total population of 299, including 152 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Dalowah?
Dalowah had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalowah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalowah was 74.26%. Male literacy was 90.51% and female literacy was 57.78%.