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.
Here you can discover what makes Dadwan unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Dadwan’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 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.
Google Map of Dadwan
Population of Dadwan
According to the 2011 Census, Dadwan has a total population of about 1,167, with approximately 634 males and 533 females. The sex ratio is around 840 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 331 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 72.66%, with male literacy at about 75.87% and female literacy near 68.86%. There are around 225 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dadwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.