Dukson - Ramban
Dukson is a village situated in the Ramban tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Ramban, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dandrath-c serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dukson village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dukson is 004639. The village covers a total geographical area of 920.4 hectares and falls under the 182144 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dukson 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 Dukson
As per Census 2011, Dukson village has a total population of 1,011 people, consisting of 532 males and 479 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 470 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dukson are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,011 | 532 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 470 | 244 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 285 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 247 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Dukson
Dukson 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 Dukson
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dukson.
| 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 Ramban to Dukson is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dukson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dukson 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dukson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dukson 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 Dukson
Where is Dukson located?
Dukson village is located in Ramban Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dukson?
The Gram Panchayat of Dukson is Dandrath-c.
What is the pincode of Dukson?
The pincode of Dukson is 182144.
What is the population of Dukson?
Dukson has a total population of 1,011, including 532 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Dukson?
There are 215 households in Dukson.
What is the literacy rate in Dukson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dukson is 43.03%. Male literacy is 53.57% and female literacy is 31.32%.