Dharooti - Balakote, Poonch
Dharooti is a village situated in the Balakote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 50 km from Mendhar and around 34 km from Punch. Balakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharooti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharooti is 001221. The village covers a total geographical area of 449 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Dharooti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharooti
According to the 2011 Census, Dharooti village had a total population of 124 people, including 59 males and 65 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.10%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 64.91%.
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 | 124 | 59 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Dharooti
Dharooti 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 Dharooti
Public transport in the Dharooti 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 Punch to Dharooti is about 34 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 Dharooti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharooti 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 Dharooti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharooti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharooti
Where is Dharooti located?
Dharooti village is located in Balakote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharooti?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharooti is Balakote.
What is the pincode of Dharooti?
The pincode of Dharooti is 185211.
What is the population of Dharooti?
Dharooti had a total population of 124, including 59 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Dharooti?
Dharooti had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharooti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharooti was 78.10%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 64.91%.