Dhar Dugnoo - Billawar, Kathua
Dhar Dugnoo is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Dhar Dugnoo village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Dugnoo is 001692. The village covers a total geographical area of 2565 hectares and falls under the 184204 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhar Dugnoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhar Dugnoo
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Dugnoo village had a total population of 4,078 people, including 2,151 males and 1,927 females, living in 787 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.97%, with male literacy at 74.56% and female literacy at 49.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 468, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 4,078 | 2,151 | 1,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 343 | 340 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 250 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 2,138 | 1,348 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,940 | 803 | 1,137 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Dugnoo
Dhar Dugnoo 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 Dhar Dugnoo
Public transport in the Dhar Dugnoo 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 Billawar to Dhar Dugnoo is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Dhar Dugnoo is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Dugnoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Dugnoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar Dugnoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhar Dugnoo 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar Dugnoo
Where is Dhar Dugnoo located?
Dhar Dugnoo village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dhar Dugnoo?
Dhar Dugnoo is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhar Dugnoo?
The pincode of Dhar Dugnoo is 184204.
What is the population of Dhar Dugnoo?
Dhar Dugnoo had a total population of 4,078, including 2,151 males and 1,927 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Dugnoo?
Dhar Dugnoo had 787 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Dugnoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Dugnoo was 62.97%. Male literacy was 74.56% and female literacy was 49.78%.