Dager - Kharah Balli, Jammu
Dager is a village situated in the Kharah Balli tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 45 km from Akhnoor and around 60 km from Jammu. Degair serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dager village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dager is 005421. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dager village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dager
According to the 2011 Census, Dager village had a total population of 1,351 people, including 749 males and 602 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.98%, with male literacy at 85.63% and female literacy at 59.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,351 | 749 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 560 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 189 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Dager
Dager 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 Dager
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dager.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Akhnoor to Dager is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Dager is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dager
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dager village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dager
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dager village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dager
Where is Dager located?
Dager village is located in Kharah Balli Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dager?
The Gram Panchayat of Dager is Degair.
What is the pincode of Dager?
The pincode of Dager is 181203.
What is the population of Dager?
Dager had a total population of 1,351, including 749 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Dager?
Dager had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dager?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dager was 73.98%. Male literacy was 85.63% and female literacy was 59.27%.