Dalwas - Ramban
Dalwas is a village situated in the Ramban tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Ramban, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dhalwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalwas is 004588. The village covers a total geographical area of 1212.8 hectares and falls under the 182148 pincode. Batote is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dalwas 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 Dalwas
As per Census 2011, Dalwas village has a total population of 2,153 people, consisting of 1,114 males and 1,039 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 974 literate and 1,179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 944 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,153 | 1,114 | 1,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 217 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 216 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 944 | 484 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 616 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,179 | 498 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Dalwas
Dalwas 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 Dalwas
Dalwas 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Batote to Dalwas is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Dalwas is about 15 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 Dalwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalwas 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 Dalwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dalwas
Where is Dalwas located?
Dalwas village is located in Ramban Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalwas is Dhalwas.
What is the pincode of Dalwas?
The pincode of Dalwas is 182148.
What is the population of Dalwas?
Dalwas has a total population of 2,153, including 1,114 males and 1,039 females.
How many households are there in Dalwas?
There are 396 households in Dalwas.
What is the literacy rate in Dalwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalwas is 45.24%. Male literacy is 55.30% and female literacy is 34.46%.