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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

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