Dowal - Ramgarh, Samba
Dowal is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Samba and around 20 km from Samba. Raika Labana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dowal is 006421. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.5 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Dowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dowal
According to the 2011 Census, Dowal village had a total population of 209 people, including 118 males and 91 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 771 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 91.51% and female literacy at 70.51%.
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 | 209 | 118 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 97 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dowal
Dowal 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 Dowal
Dowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dowal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Dowal is about 20 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 Dowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dowal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dowal
Where is Dowal located?
Dowal village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dowal is Raika Labana.
What is the pincode of Dowal?
The pincode of Dowal is 181141.
What is the population of Dowal?
Dowal had a total population of 209, including 118 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Dowal?
Dowal had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dowal was 82.61%. Male literacy was 91.51% and female literacy was 70.51%.