Doligam - Banihal, Ramban
Doligam is a village situated in the Banihal tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banihal and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ramban. Doligam Upper-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Doligam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doligam is 004531. The village covers a total geographical area of 3203.9 hectares and falls under the 182146 pincode. Banihall is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Doligam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doligam
According to the 2011 Census, Doligam village had a total population of 7,073 people, including 3,722 males and 3,351 females, living in 1,509 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.51%, with male literacy at 58.52% and female literacy at 31.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,494.
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 | 7,073 | 3,722 | 3,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,408 | 740 | 668 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,494 | 802 | 692 |
| Literate Population | 2,578 | 1,745 | 833 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,495 | 1,977 | 2,518 |
Nearby Villages of Doligam
Doligam 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 Doligam
Doligam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Doligam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banihall to Doligam is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Doligam is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doligam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doligam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doligam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doligam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Doligam
Where is Doligam located?
Doligam village is located in Banihal Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Doligam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Doligam is Doligam Upper-b.
What is the pincode of Doligam?
The pincode of Doligam is 182146.
What is the population of Doligam?
Doligam had a total population of 7,073, including 3,722 males and 3,351 females.
How many households are there in Doligam?
Doligam had 1,509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doligam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doligam was 45.51%. Male literacy was 58.52% and female literacy was 31.05%.