Dabbar - Nowshera, Rajouri
Dabbar is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Nowshehra and around 55 km from Rajouri. Dabber-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dabbar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dabbar is 001588. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.1 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshehra is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dabbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dabbar
As per Census 2011, Dabbar village has a total population of 1,669 people, consisting of 852 males and 817 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 991 literate and 678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 587 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dabbar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,669 | 852 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 171 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 742 | 360 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 309 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 991 | 546 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 306 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Dabbar
Dabbar 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 Dabbar
Dabbar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowshehra to Dabbar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Dabbar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dabbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dabbar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dabbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dabbar 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 Dabbar
Where is Dabbar located?
Dabbar village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dabbar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dabbar is Dabber-a.
What is the pincode of Dabbar?
The pincode of Dabbar is 185151.
What is the population of Dabbar?
Dabbar has a total population of 1,669, including 852 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Dabbar?
There are 324 households in Dabbar.
What is the literacy rate in Dabbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dabbar is 59.38%. Male literacy is 64.08% and female literacy is 54.47%.