Dharoon - Pouni, Reasi
Dharoon is a village situated in the Pouni tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Reasi and around 22 km from Reasi. Kund Khanayari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharoon is 005319. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.2 hectares and falls under the 185203 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dharoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharoon
According to the 2011 Census, Dharoon village had a total population of 295 people, including 146 males and 149 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.69%, with male literacy at 63.03% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 295 | 146 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 71 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Dharoon
Dharoon 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 Dharoon
Public transport in the Dharoon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Reasi to Dharoon is about 22 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 Dharoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharoon 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 Dharoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharoon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharoon
Where is Dharoon located?
Dharoon village is located in Pouni Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharoon is Kund Khanayari.
What is the pincode of Dharoon?
The pincode of Dharoon is 185203.
What is the population of Dharoon?
Dharoon had a total population of 295, including 146 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dharoon?
Dharoon had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharoon was 57.69%. Male literacy was 63.03% and female literacy was 52.17%.