Dandi - Bhaderwah, Doda
Dandi is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Soura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandi is 004495. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.4 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dandi 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 Dandi
According to the 2011 Census, Dandi village had a total population of 535 people, including 252 males and 283 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.33%, with male literacy at 85.25% and female literacy at 64.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 405.
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 | 535 | 252 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 35 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 186 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 185 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 67 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Dandi
Dandi 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 Dandi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baderwah to Dandi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Dandi is about 40 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 Dandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandi 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 Dandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandi
Where is Dandi located?
Dandi village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandi is Soura.
What is the pincode of Dandi?
The pincode of Dandi is 182222.
What is the population of Dandi?
Dandi had a total population of 535, including 252 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Dandi?
Dandi had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandi was 74.33%. Male literacy was 85.25% and female literacy was 64.07%.