Tehsils in Doda District

Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in Doda, Jammu and Kashmir

18 Tehsils
1,008 Villages

About Tehsils in Doda District

Doda District in Jammu and Kashmir is divided into 18 tehsils (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 1,008 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.

Each tehsil in Doda District is headed by a Tahsildar (also called Tehsil Officer or Revenue Officer), who serves as the primary administrative authority at the sub-district level. The Tahsildar and their team are responsible for maintaining land records and property documentation, collecting land revenue and property taxes, issuing essential government certificates (income, caste, residence, nativity), processing property mutations and transfers, implementing government welfare schemes, conducting local elections and census operations, and serving as first-level magistrate for minor legal matters. The tehsil office (Taluk/Tehsil/Mandal office) is where citizens interact most frequently with the government for day-to-day administrative needs.

Understanding the tehsil structure of Doda District is essential for accessing local government services, identifying correct administrative jurisdictions, and navigating the bureaucratic system effectively. Below you'll find a complete list of all 18 tehsils in Doda District with their village coverage.

Terminology Note

In Jammu and Kashmir, these administrative divisions are officially called tehsils. The same administrative level is known as Taluks in South India, Tehsils in North India, Mandals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Subdivisions in Eastern India. All terms refer to the same sub-district tier with similar administrative functions.

List of Tehsils in Doda District

# Tehsil Name Type Villages Population View Details
1 Assar Tehsil 14 14599 View
2 Bhaderwah Tehsil 154 54770 View
3 Bhagwah Tehsil 43 26078 View
4 Bhalessa Tehsil 89 45719 View
5 Bhalessa (Gandoh) Tehsil 55 - View
6 Bhalla Tehsil 100 20606 View
7 Bharath Bagla Tehsil 25 13726 View
8 Bhella Tehsil 47 12035 View
9 Chilly Pingal Tehsil 31 26170 View
10 Chiralla Tehsil 40 9949 View
11 Doda Tehsil 159 68632 View
12 Gundna Tehsil 26 14962 View
13 Kahara Tehsil 66 23421 View
14 Kashtigarh Tehsil 38 32097 View
15 Marmat Tehsil 9 15289 View
16 Mohalla Tehsil 48 17333 View
17 Phigsoo Tehsil 52 11548 View
18 Thathri Tehsil 12 3002 View

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How to Use This Directory

This tehsil directory for Doda District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:

  1. Find your tehsil: Locate the tehsil that covers your village or area from the list above
  2. View detailed information: Click on any tehsil name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
  3. Access services: Identify the correct tehsil office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
  4. Compare coverage: Use the village count column to understand the size and coverage of each tehsil

Frequently Asked Questions

How many tehsils are there in Doda District?

Doda District has 18 tehsils that together cover 1,008 villages. These administrative divisions handle revenue collection, land records, and essential government certificate services for all citizens in the district. The tehsils are administered under the overall supervision of the District Collector at Doda.

What is the difference between a tehsil and a block in Doda District?

A tehsil is a revenue administrative unit focused on land revenue collection, property registration, and issuing government certificates. A block (Community Development Block) is a development administrative unit focused on implementing rural development programs, healthcare, education, and welfare schemes. While both cover similar geographical areas in Doda District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).

Where is the tehsil office located in Doda District?

Each tehsil in Doda District has its own tehsil office (Tahsildar office) usually located in the headquarters town of that tehsil. Click on any tehsil name in the list above to find the specific location, contact details, and office information. The tehsil office is where you submit applications for certificates, land mutations, and other revenue-related services.

How do I find which tehsil my village belongs to in Doda District?

To find your village's tehsil in Doda District: (1) Browse the tehsils listed above and click on each to see the village list, (2) Check your land records or property documents which mention the tehsil name, (3) Use the village search feature on ChennaiIQ to directly locate your village, or (4) Contact the District Collectorate for administrative boundary information.

What services can I access at a tehsil office in Doda District?

Tehsil offices (Tahsildar offices) in Doda District provide numerous essential services: Certificates: Income, caste, community, residence, nativity, and legal heir certificates. Land services: Patta transfers, mutation of records, encumbrance certificates, land valuations. Revenue services: Land tax payment, property tax assessment. Welfare services: Old age pension, widow pension, ration card applications. Emergency services: Emergency certificates during natural disasters. The Tahsildar also has magisterial powers to handle minor legal and administrative matters.