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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Dandesar village has a total population of 1,827 people, consisting of 961 males and 866 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandesar are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Dandesar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandesar is Dandaser.
What is the pincode of Dandesar?
The pincode of Dandesar is 185151.
What is the population of Dandesar?
Dandesar has a total population of 1,827, including 961 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Dandesar?
There are 387 households in Dandesar.
What is the literacy rate in Dandesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandesar is 71.10%. Male literacy is 75.96% and female literacy is 65.70%.