Dhanuparole - Billawar, Kathua
Dhanuparole is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Dharu -prole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhanuparole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanuparole is 001665. The village covers a total geographical area of 2473 hectares and falls under the 184203 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dhanuparole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanuparole
As per Census 2011, Dhanuparole village has a total population of 2,737 people, consisting of 1,419 males and 1,318 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 912 literate and 1,825 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 584 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanuparole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,737 | 1,419 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 244 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 187 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 302 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 606 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,825 | 813 | 1,012 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanuparole
Dhanuparole 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 Dhanuparole
Dhanuparole is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhanuparole.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Dhanuparole is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Dhanuparole is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanuparole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanuparole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanuparole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanuparole 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanuparole
Where is Dhanuparole located?
Dhanuparole village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanuparole?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhanuparole is Dharu -prole.
What is the pincode of Dhanuparole?
The pincode of Dhanuparole is 184203.
What is the population of Dhanuparole?
Dhanuparole has a total population of 2,737, including 1,419 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Dhanuparole?
There are 461 households in Dhanuparole.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanuparole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanuparole is 33.32%. Male literacy is 42.71% and female literacy is 23.22%.