Dhumondha - Bhaderwah, Doda
Dhumondha is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Manthla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhumondha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhumondha is 004490. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.1 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhumondha 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 Dhumondha
As per Census 2011, Dhumondha village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 202 males and 174 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhumondha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 202 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 189 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 164 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 38 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Dhumondha
Dhumondha 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 Dhumondha
Dhumondha 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 | 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 Dhumondha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Dhumondha is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhumondha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhumondha 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 Dhumondha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhumondha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhumondha
Where is Dhumondha located?
Dhumondha village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhumondha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhumondha is Manthla.
What is the pincode of Dhumondha?
The pincode of Dhumondha is 182222.
What is the population of Dhumondha?
Dhumondha has a total population of 376, including 202 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Dhumondha?
There are 60 households in Dhumondha.
What is the literacy rate in Dhumondha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhumondha is 71.01%. Male literacy is 81.19% and female literacy is 59.20%.