Dung - Nagrota, Jammu
Dung is a village situated in the Nagrota tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 37 km from Jammu and around 37 km from Jammu. Marh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dung is 005660. The village covers a total geographical area of 878.2 hectares and falls under the 181221 pincode. Katras is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dung 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 Dung
According to the 2011 Census, Dung village had a total population of 606 people, including 327 males and 279 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.19%, with male literacy at 67.04% and female literacy at 54.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 429.
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 | 606 | 327 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 227 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 181 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 146 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Dung
Dung 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 Dung
Dung 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 >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 Katras to Dung is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Dung is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dung
Where is Dung located?
Dung village is located in Nagrota Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dung?
The Gram Panchayat of Dung is Marh.
What is the pincode of Dung?
The pincode of Dung is 181221.
What is the population of Dung?
Dung had a total population of 606, including 327 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Dung?
Dung had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dung was 61.19%. Male literacy was 67.04% and female literacy was 54.47%.