Jurnial - Tulail, Bandipora
Jurnial is a village situated in the Tulail tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Gurez and around 115 km from Bandipora. Jurniyal A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Jurnial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jurnial is 002714. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 193503 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Jurnial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jurnial
According to the 2011 Census, Jurnial village had a total population of 830 people, including 441 males and 389 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.96%, with male literacy at 56.91% and female literacy at 39.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 826.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 441 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 826 | 437 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 206 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 235 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Jurnial
Jurnial is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jurnial
Public transport in the Jurnial is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandipora to Jurnial is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jurnial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jurnial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jurnial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jurnial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jurnial
Where is Jurnial located?
Jurnial village is located in Tulail Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Jurnial?
The Halqa Panchayat of Jurnial is Jurniyal A.
What is the pincode of Jurnial?
The pincode of Jurnial is 193503.
What is the population of Jurnial?
Jurnial had a total population of 830, including 441 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Jurnial?
Jurnial had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurnial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jurnial was 48.96%. Male literacy was 56.91% and female literacy was 39.74%.