Datyal - Khour, Jammu
Datyal is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Akhnoor and around 56 km from Jammu. Mattoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Datyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datyal is 005607. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.1 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Datyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Datyal
As per Census 2011, Datyal village has a total population of 1,239 people, consisting of 613 males and 626 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 966 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Datyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,239 | 613 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 90 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 966 | 503 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 110 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Datyal
Datyal 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 Datyal
Datyal 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 5-10 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 Khour to Datyal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Datyal is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Datyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Datyal
Where is Datyal located?
Datyal village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Datyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Datyal is Mattoo.
What is the pincode of Datyal?
The pincode of Datyal is 181203.
What is the population of Datyal?
Datyal has a total population of 1,239, including 613 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Datyal?
There are 254 households in Datyal.
What is the literacy rate in Datyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datyal is 77.97%. Male literacy is 82.06% and female literacy is 73.96%.