Dansal - Dansal, Jammu
Dansal is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 38 km from Jammu and around 38 km from Jammu. Dansal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dansal is 005684. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.6 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dansal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dansal
As per Census 2011, Dansal village has a total population of 382 people, consisting of 195 males and 187 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dansal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 195 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 163 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 32 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Dansal
Dansal 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 Dansal
Dansal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Dansal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Dansal is about 38 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 Dansal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dansal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dansal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dansal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dansal
Where is Dansal located?
Dansal village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dansal?
Dansal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dansal?
The pincode of Dansal is 181224.
What is the population of Dansal?
Dansal has a total population of 382, including 195 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Dansal?
There are 84 households in Dansal.
What is the literacy rate in Dansal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dansal is 79.06%. Male literacy is 83.59% and female literacy is 74.33%.