Dhadpeth

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Dhadpeth
ڈھدپیتھ
Village
Country India
Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir
DivisionJammu
RegionChenab Valley
DistrictKishtwar
Government
  TypePanchayat
  BodyPanchayat of Dadpeth
Area
  Total
3.50 km2 (1.35 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)
  Total
1,300
  Density370/km2 (960/sq mi)

Dhadpeth (also Dadpeth) is a village in the Mughal Maidan tehsil of Kishtwar district, in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.[1]

Dadpeth lies at an elevation of 1638 meters above sea level and is surrounded by hills, contributing to its hilly topography. The region has a temperate climate with cold winters, and its main source of water for irrigation comes from natural springs and rainwater. The village's coordinates are 33.22356°N latitude and 75.56432°E longitude.[2]

Demographics

The village has a population of approximately 1300 people, with 800 males and 500 females. The literacy rate is noted at 345 individuals.[2]

Economy

Agriculture is the primary economic activity in Dadpeth. Major crops include maize, wheat, kidney beans, and specialty crops such as walnuts and rajma (kidney beans).[2][3]

Infrastructure

Panchayat and Administration

References

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