Dhanpur - Pargwal, Jammu
Dhanpur is a village situated in the Pargwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Akhnoor and around 58 km from Jammu. Gura Manhasan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanpur is 005608. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.3 hectares and falls under the 181207 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanpur village had a total population of 277 people, including 147 males and 130 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.25%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 75.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 277 | 147 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 43 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanpur
Dhanpur 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 Dhanpur
Dhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khour to Dhanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Dhanpur is about 58 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 Dhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanpur
Where is Dhanpur located?
Dhanpur village is located in Pargwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dhanpur?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dhanpur is Gura Manhasan.
What is the pincode of Dhanpur?
The pincode of Dhanpur is 181207.
What is the population of Dhanpur?
Dhanpur had a total population of 277, including 147 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Dhanpur?
Dhanpur had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanpur was 82.25%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 75.44%.