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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Dussala village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 88 males and 99 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 76 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dussala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 187 | 88 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Dussala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dussala is Manthla.
What is the pincode of Dussala?
The pincode of Dussala is 182222.
What is the population of Dussala?
Dussala has a total population of 187, including 88 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Dussala?
There are 28 households in Dussala.
What is the literacy rate in Dussala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dussala is 59.36%. Male literacy is 64.77% and female literacy is 54.55%.