Dimji - Nagseni, Kishtwar
Dimji is a village situated in the Nagseni tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Kishtwar and around 28 km from Kishtwar. Bhattan Dimji serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dimji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimji is 004663. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.5 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dimji 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 Dimji
According to the 2011 Census, Dimji village had a total population of 360 people, including 194 males and 166 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.47%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 34.48%.
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 | 360 | 194 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 112 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 82 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Dimji
Dimji 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 Dimji
Dimji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Kishtwar to Dimji is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimji 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dimji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dimji
Where is Dimji located?
Dimji village is located in Nagseni Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dimji?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dimji is Bhattan Dimji.
What is the pincode of Dimji?
The pincode of Dimji is 182204.
What is the population of Dimji?
Dimji had a total population of 360, including 194 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Dimji?
Dimji had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dimji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimji was 50.47%. Male literacy was 63.64% and female literacy was 34.48%.