Jalga - Bhaderwah, Doda
Jalga is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Jalga village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalga is 004459. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.5 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Jalga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalga
According to the 2011 Census, Jalga village had a total population of 196 people, including 102 males and 94 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.71%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 74.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 84 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 18 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Jalga
Jalga 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 Jalga
Jalga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Jalga is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Jalga is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jalga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalga
Where is Jalga located?
Jalga village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Jalga?
Jalga is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalga?
The pincode of Jalga is 182222.
What is the population of Jalga?
Jalga had a total population of 196, including 102 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Jalga?
Jalga had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalga was 84.71%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 74.07%.