Dusoo - Pampore, Pulwama
Dusoo is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Krenchoo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dusoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dusoo is 002973. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.9 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dusoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dusoo
According to the 2011 Census, Dusoo village had a total population of 778 people, including 384 males and 394 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.07%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 62.93%.
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 | 778 | 384 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 245 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 139 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Dusoo
Dusoo 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 Dusoo
Dusoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dusoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pampore to Dusoo is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Dusoo 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 Dusoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dusoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dusoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dusoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dusoo
Where is Dusoo located?
Dusoo village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dusoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dusoo is Krenchoo.
What is the pincode of Dusoo?
The pincode of Dusoo is 192121.
What is the population of Dusoo?
Dusoo had a total population of 778, including 384 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Dusoo?
Dusoo had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dusoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dusoo was 71.07%. Male literacy was 79.55% and female literacy was 62.93%.