Jamotian - Akhnoor, Jammu
Jamotian is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Jamotian village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamotian is 005506. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.7 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jamotian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamotian
According to the 2011 Census, Jamotian village had a total population of 746 people, including 400 males and 346 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.54%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 51.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 746 | 400 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 112 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 259 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 141 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Jamotian
Jamotian 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 Jamotian
Public transport in the Jamotian is mainly available through bus 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 Akhnoor to Jamotian is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jamotian is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamotian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamotian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamotian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamotian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamotian
Where is Jamotian located?
Jamotian village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Jamotian?
Jamotian is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamotian?
The pincode of Jamotian is 181201.
What is the population of Jamotian?
Jamotian had a total population of 746, including 400 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Jamotian?
Jamotian had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamotian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamotian was 63.54%. Male literacy was 73.58% and female literacy was 51.68%.