Dandakote - Chassana, Reasi
Dandakote is a village situated in the Chassana tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Gool-gulabgarh and around 118 km from Reasi. Bagankote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandakote is 005173. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.4 hectares and falls under the 185233 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Dandakote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandakote
According to the 2011 Census, Dandakote village had a total population of 803 people, including 377 males and 426 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.53%, with male literacy at 74.59% and female literacy at 40.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 803 | 377 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 226 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 151 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Dandakote
Dandakote 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 Dandakote
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dandakote.
| 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 Reasi to Dandakote is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandakote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandakote 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 Dandakote
Where is Dandakote located?
Dandakote village is located in Chassana Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandakote is Bagankote.
What is the pincode of Dandakote?
The pincode of Dandakote is 185233.
What is the population of Dandakote?
Dandakote had a total population of 803, including 377 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Dandakote?
Dandakote had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandakote was 56.53%. Male literacy was 74.59% and female literacy was 40.80%.