Dolian Jattan - Marheen, Kathua
Dolian Jattan is a village situated in the Marheen tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Hiranagar and around 35 km from Kathua. Mukandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dolian Jattan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dolian Jattan is 002172. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 184151 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dolian Jattan 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 Dolian Jattan
As per Census 2011, Dolian Jattan village has a total population of 1,139 people, consisting of 595 males and 544 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dolian Jattan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 595 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 386 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 209 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Dolian Jattan
Dolian Jattan 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 Dolian Jattan
Public transport in the Dolian Jattan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dolian Jattan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dolian Jattan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Dolian Jattan is about 35 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 Dolian Jattan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dolian Jattan 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 Dolian Jattan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dolian Jattan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dolian Jattan
Where is Dolian Jattan located?
Dolian Jattan village is located in Marheen Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dolian Jattan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dolian Jattan is Mukandpur.
What is the pincode of Dolian Jattan?
The pincode of Dolian Jattan is 184151.
What is the population of Dolian Jattan?
Dolian Jattan has a total population of 1,139, including 595 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Dolian Jattan?
There are 239 households in Dolian Jattan.
What is the literacy rate in Dolian Jattan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dolian Jattan is 59.00%. Male literacy is 64.87% and female literacy is 52.57%.