Dogani - Nowshera, Rajouri
Dogani is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Nowshera and around 25 km from Rajouri. Dogani village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dogani is 001576. The village covers a total geographical area of 1035.2 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dogani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kala kote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dogani
According to the 2011 Census, Dogani village had a total population of 1,561 people, including 820 males and 741 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.84%, with male literacy at 71.45% and female literacy at 53.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 723.
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 | 1,561 | 820 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 158 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 380 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 810 | 473 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 347 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Dogani
Dogani 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 Dogani
Dogani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowshera to Dogani is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Dogani 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 Dogani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dogani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dogani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dogani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dogani
Where is Dogani located?
Dogani village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dogani?
Dogani is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dogani?
The pincode of Dogani is 185151.
What is the population of Dogani?
Dogani had a total population of 1,561, including 820 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Dogani?
Dogani had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dogani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dogani was 62.84%. Male literacy was 71.45% and female literacy was 53.75%.