Dhani - Dansal, Jammu
Dhani is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 62 km from Jammu and around 62 km from Jammu. Bhatyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhani is 005716. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Dhani 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 Dhani
According to the 2011 Census, Dhani village had a total population of 121 people, including 64 males and 57 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.29%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 56.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 45 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Dhani
Dhani 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 Dhani
Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jammu to Dhani is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhani
Where is Dhani located?
Dhani village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhani is Bhatyari.
What is the pincode of Dhani?
The pincode of Dhani is 181224.
What is the population of Dhani?
Dhani had a total population of 121, including 64 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Dhani?
Dhani had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhani was 71.29%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 56.25%.