Government Degree College - Billawar (GDC)

Overview

Billawar gets its name from the Billawaria Dynasty which ruled the place in from 16th century. BILLAWAR is situated on the banks of rivers, Ujh and Bhinni . It is the tehsil headquarter (District Kathua). It is surrounded by Shivalik hills and is famous for pilgrimage spots like Sukrala Devi, Bala Sundari and ancient Shiva temple. Places which fall in the neighbourhood of Billawar and are tourist friendly are Bahsoli, Thein Dam, Mansar, Machhedi . Bahsoli in particular is famous for its ancient pahari miniature paintings.Billawar is also one of the most educated areas of Jammu division with one of its town Bhadu with 100% literacy.