Dhansoo - Dansal, Jammu
Dhansoo is a village situated in the Dansal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 56 km from Jammu and around 56 km from Jammu. Dhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhansoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhansoo is 005702. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.7 hectares and falls under the 181224 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Dhansoo 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 Dhansoo
As per Census 2011, Dhansoo village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 136 males and 146 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhansoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 136 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 60 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 98 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 38 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Dhansoo
Dhansoo 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 Dhansoo
Dhansoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jammu to Dhansoo is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhansoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhansoo 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 Dhansoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhansoo 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 Dhansoo
Where is Dhansoo located?
Dhansoo village is located in Dansal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhansoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhansoo is Dhan.
What is the pincode of Dhansoo?
The pincode of Dhansoo is 181224.
What is the population of Dhansoo?
Dhansoo has a total population of 282, including 136 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Dhansoo?
There are 45 households in Dhansoo.
What is the literacy rate in Dhansoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhansoo is 62.41%. Male literacy is 72.06% and female literacy is 53.42%.