Dapal - Machil, Kupwara
Dapal is a village situated in the Machil tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 65 km from Kupwara and around 65 km from Kupwara. Dapal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dapal is 000012. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.1 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Dapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lolab Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dapal
As per Census 2011, Dapal village has a total population of 2,197 people, consisting of 1,373 males and 824 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 600 females per 1,000 males. There are 616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 923 literate and 1,274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,197 | 1,373 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 338 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 18 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 7 | - |
| Literate Population | 923 | 736 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,274 | 637 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Dapal
Dapal 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 Dapal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dapal.
| 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 Kupwara to Dapal is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dapal 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 Dapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dapal 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 Dapal
Where is Dapal located?
Dapal village is located in Machil Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dapal?
Dapal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dapal?
The pincode of Dapal is 193222.
What is the population of Dapal?
Dapal has a total population of 2,197, including 1,373 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Dapal?
There are 383 households in Dapal.
What is the literacy rate in Dapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dapal is 42.01%. Male literacy is 53.61% and female literacy is 22.69%.