Dewan Garh - Suchetgarh, Jammu
Dewan Garh is a village situated in the Suchetgarh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from R.s.pora and around 28 km from Jammu. Dewangarh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dewan Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewan Garh is 006160. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.7 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dewan Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewan Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Dewan Garh village had a total population of 1,434 people, including 717 males and 717 females, living in 328 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.10%, with male literacy at 89.26% and female literacy at 73.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340.
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 | 1,434 | 717 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 84 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 181 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 565 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 152 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Dewan Garh
Dewan Garh 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 Dewan Garh
Dewan Garh 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 | 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 R.s.pora to Dewan Garh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Dewan Garh is about 28 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 Dewan Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewan Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dewan Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewan Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewan Garh
Where is Dewan Garh located?
Dewan Garh village is located in Suchetgarh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dewan Garh?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dewan Garh is Dewangarh.
What is the pincode of Dewan Garh?
The pincode of Dewan Garh is 181102.
What is the population of Dewan Garh?
Dewan Garh had a total population of 1,434, including 717 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Dewan Garh?
Dewan Garh had 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewan Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewan Garh was 81.10%. Male literacy was 89.26% and female literacy was 73.25%.