Dharamkot - Billawar, Kathua
Dharamkot is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Dharamkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamkot is 001707. The village covers a total geographical area of 541 hectares and falls under the 184203 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dharamkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharamkot
As per Census 2011, Dharamkot village has a total population of 2,879 people, consisting of 1,520 males and 1,359 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,772 literate and 1,107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharamkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,879 | 1,520 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 226 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,953 | 1,033 | 920 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,772 | 1,060 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 460 | 647 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamkot
Dharamkot 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 Dharamkot
Dharamkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Billawar to Dharamkot is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Dharamkot is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharamkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamkot 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 Dharamkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharamkot
Where is Dharamkot located?
Dharamkot village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharamkot?
Dharamkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharamkot?
The pincode of Dharamkot is 184203.
What is the population of Dharamkot?
Dharamkot has a total population of 2,879, including 1,520 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Dharamkot?
There are 656 households in Dharamkot.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamkot is 61.55%. Male literacy is 69.74% and female literacy is 52.39%.