Dalta - Hiranagar, Kathua
Dalta is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Sallan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalta is 001978. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dalta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalta
According to the 2011 Census, Dalta village had a total population of 239 people, including 116 males and 123 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.17%, with male literacy at 90.20% and female literacy at 80.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 24 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dalta
Dalta 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 Dalta
Public transport in the Dalta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dalta.
| 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 Hiranagar to Dalta is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Dalta is about 31 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 Dalta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dalta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dalta
Where is Dalta located?
Dalta village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalta?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalta is Sallan.
What is the pincode of Dalta?
The pincode of Dalta is 184148.
What is the population of Dalta?
Dalta had a total population of 239, including 116 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Dalta?
Dalta had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalta was 85.17%. Male literacy was 90.20% and female literacy was 80.37%.