Dehrai - Marwah, Kishtwar
Dehrai is a village situated in the Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwah and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kisrwar. Nowpachi-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehrai is 004741. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.7 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kistwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dehrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kishtwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehrai
According to the 2011 Census, Dehrai village had a total population of 362 people, including 172 males and 190 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.88%, with male literacy at 78.01% and female literacy at 59.01%.
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 | 362 | 172 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 110 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 62 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Dehrai
Dehrai 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 Dehrai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dehrai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kistwar to Dehrai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kisrwar to Dehrai is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dehrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dehrai
Where is Dehrai located?
Dehrai village is located in Marwah Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehrai is Nowpachi-b.
What is the pincode of Dehrai?
The pincode of Dehrai is 182205.
What is the population of Dehrai?
Dehrai had a total population of 362, including 172 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Dehrai?
Dehrai had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehrai was 67.88%. Male literacy was 78.01% and female literacy was 59.01%.