Dussala - Bhaderwah, Doda
Dussala is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Manthla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dussala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dussala is 004492. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.1 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dussala 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 Dussala
According to the 2011 Census, Dussala village had a total population of 187 people, including 88 males and 99 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.00%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 187 | 88 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dussala
Dussala 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 Dussala
Public transport in the Dussala is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baderwah to Dussala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Dussala is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dussala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dussala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dussala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dussala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dussala
Where is Dussala located?
Dussala village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dussala?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dussala is Manthla.
What is the pincode of Dussala?
The pincode of Dussala is 182222.
What is the population of Dussala?
Dussala had a total population of 187, including 88 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dussala?
Dussala had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dussala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dussala was 74.00%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 66.67%.