Jabowal Khurd - Arnia, Jammu
Jabowal Khurd is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Bishnah and around 40 km from Jammu. Jabowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jabowal Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jabowal Khurd is 006281. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.1 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arina is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Jabowal Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jabowal Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Jabowal Khurd village had a total population of 668 people, including 342 males and 326 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.35%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 521.
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 | 668 | 342 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 272 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 228 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 114 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Jabowal Khurd
Jabowal Khurd 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 Jabowal Khurd
Jabowal Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Arina to Jabowal Khurd is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Jabowal Khurd is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jabowal Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jabowal Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jabowal Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jabowal Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jabowal Khurd
Where is Jabowal Khurd located?
Jabowal Khurd village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jabowal Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Jabowal Khurd is Jabowal.
What is the pincode of Jabowal Khurd?
The pincode of Jabowal Khurd is 181131.
What is the population of Jabowal Khurd?
Jabowal Khurd had a total population of 668, including 342 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Jabowal Khurd?
Jabowal Khurd had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jabowal Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jabowal Khurd was 75.35%. Male literacy was 79.17% and female literacy was 71.43%.