Dub - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Dub is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Lar and around 10 km from Gaderba. Dab serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dub village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dub is 002879. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.1 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dub village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dub
As per Census 2011, Dub village has a total population of 3,609 people, consisting of 1,846 males and 1,763 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,796 literate and 1,813 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dub are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,609 | 1,846 | 1,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 311 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 1,796 | 1,104 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,813 | 742 | 1,071 |
Nearby Villages of Dub
Dub 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 Dub
Dub is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Ganderbal to Dub is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderba to Dub is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dub
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dub village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dub
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dub village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dub
Where is Dub located?
Dub village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dub?
The Gram Panchayat of Dub is Dab.
What is the pincode of Dub?
The pincode of Dub is 191201.
What is the population of Dub?
Dub has a total population of 3,609, including 1,846 males and 1,763 females.
How many households are there in Dub?
There are 616 households in Dub.
What is the literacy rate in Dub?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dub is 49.76%. Male literacy is 59.80% and female literacy is 39.25%.