Dhanwalt - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Dhanwalt is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Dhanwalt village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanwalt is 005116. The village covers a total geographical area of 1098.3 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Dhanwalt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhanwalt
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanwalt village had a total population of 1,241 people, including 643 males and 598 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.77%, with male literacy at 71.14% and female literacy at 53.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
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 | 1,241 | 643 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 102 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 387 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 256 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanwalt
Dhanwalt 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 Dhanwalt
Dhanwalt is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Dhanwalt is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Dhanwalt is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanwalt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanwalt 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 Dhanwalt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanwalt 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanwalt
Where is Dhanwalt located?
Dhanwalt village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanwalt?
Dhanwalt is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanwalt?
The pincode of Dhanwalt is 182122.
What is the population of Dhanwalt?
Dhanwalt had a total population of 1,241, including 643 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Dhanwalt?
Dhanwalt had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanwalt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanwalt was 62.77%. Male literacy was 71.14% and female literacy was 53.83%.