Dadwan

Dadwan is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dadwan Jheekli is the gram panchayat of Dadwan village.

Dadwan has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dadwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dadwan is 027414. The village spans a total geographical area of 275 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145023. Sujanpur is nearest town to Dadwan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dadwan

Below is a concise population overview of Dadwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,167 634 533
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 97 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 331 187 144
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 848 481 367
Illiterate Population 319 153 166

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dadwan village:

  • The total population of Dadwan village is around 1,167, including approximately 634 males and 533 females, with a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Dadwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dadwan village has 331 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dadwan village is about 72.66%, with male literacy at 75.87% and female literacy at 68.86%.
  • There are around 225 households in Dadwan village.

Connectivity of Dadwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dadwan. As per the 2011 stats, Dadwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dadwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Dadwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dadwan.

Madhopur Chhauni Gurah Khurd Ranipur Mutfaroa Jhanjeli Baroi Jindrai Jungath Nagrota Kother Karoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Dadwan

Where is Dadwan located?
Dadwan village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadwan is Dadwan Jheekli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dadwan?
The pincode of Dadwan is 145023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dadwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dadwan is 1,167, with 634 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Dadwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dadwan village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dadwan is 72.66%. The male literacy rate is 75.87%, while the female literacy rate is 68.86%.