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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Jalga village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 102 males and 94 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Jalga?
Jalga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalga?
The pincode of Jalga is 182222.
What is the population of Jalga?
Jalga has a total population of 196, including 102 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Jalga?
There are 42 households in Jalga.
What is the literacy rate in Jalga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalga is 73.47%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 63.83%.