Dhundpur - Mandal, Jammu
Dhundpur is a village situated in the Mandal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Jammu and around 22 km from Jammu. Mandal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhundpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhundpur is 005920. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.3 hectares and falls under the 180003 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhundpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhundpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhundpur village had a total population of 224 people, including 115 males and 109 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.63%, with male literacy at 85.15% and female literacy at 77.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 224 | 115 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Dhundpur
Dhundpur 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 Dhundpur
Dhundpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Dhundpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Dhundpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhundpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhundpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhundpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhundpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhundpur
Where is Dhundpur located?
Dhundpur village is located in Mandal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhundpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhundpur is Mandal.
What is the pincode of Dhundpur?
The pincode of Dhundpur is 180003.
What is the population of Dhundpur?
Dhundpur had a total population of 224, including 115 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Dhundpur?
Dhundpur had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhundpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhundpur was 81.63%. Male literacy was 85.15% and female literacy was 77.89%.