Dandesar - Nowshera, Rajouri
Dandesar is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Nowshera and around 55 km from Rajouri. Dandaser serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dandesar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandesar is 001583. The village covers a total geographical area of 940.5 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dandesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandesar
According to the 2011 Census, Dandesar village had a total population of 1,827 people, including 961 males and 866 females, living in 387 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.32%, with male literacy at 88.16% and female literacy at 75.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
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 | 1,827 | 961 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 133 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 106 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 730 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 231 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Dandesar
Dandesar 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 Dandesar
Dandesar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Nowshera to Dandesar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Dandesar 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 Dandesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandesar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandesar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandesar
Where is Dandesar located?
Dandesar village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dandesar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dandesar is Dandaser.
What is the pincode of Dandesar?
The pincode of Dandesar is 185151.
What is the population of Dandesar?
Dandesar had a total population of 1,827, including 961 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Dandesar?
Dandesar had 387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandesar was 82.32%. Male literacy was 88.16% and female literacy was 75.87%.