Dharmound - Batote, Ramban
Dharmound is a village situated in the Batote tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Ramban and around 1 km from Ramban. Dharmound village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmound is 004583. The village covers a total geographical area of 841 hectares and falls under the 182143 pincode. Ramaban is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Dharmound village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmound
As per Census 2011, Dharmound village has a total population of 2,603 people, consisting of 1,898 males and 705 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 371 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,868 literate and 735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharmound are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,603 | 1,898 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 136 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 131 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,868 | 1,583 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 315 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmound
Dharmound 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 Dharmound
Dharmound 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramaban to Dharmound is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Dharmound is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmound
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmound village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmound
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmound village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharmound
Where is Dharmound located?
Dharmound village is located in Batote Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmound?
Dharmound is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharmound?
The pincode of Dharmound is 182143.
What is the population of Dharmound?
Dharmound has a total population of 2,603, including 1,898 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Dharmound?
There are 304 households in Dharmound.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmound?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmound is 71.76%. Male literacy is 83.40% and female literacy is 40.43%.