Dult
Dult is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dult village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dult unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Dult’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dult
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dult is 028783. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143507. Batala is nearest town to Dult village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dult
Population of Dult
According to the 2011 Census, Dult has a total population of about 925, with approximately 474 males and 451 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 325 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.32%, with male literacy at about 72.57% and female literacy near 55.65%. There are around 167 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dult's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 925 | 474 | 451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 169 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 595 | 344 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 130 | 200 |
Connectivity of Dult
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dult. As per the 2011 stats, Dult had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dult
Knowing the nearby villages of Dult helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dult.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dult
- Where is Dult located?
- Dult village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dult?
- Dult serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dult?
- The pincode of Dult is 143507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dult as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dult is 925, with 474 males and 451 females.
- How many households are there in Dult as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dult village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dult as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dult is 64.32%. The male literacy rate is 72.57%, while the female literacy rate is 55.65%.