Kool Kalan - Arnia, Jammu
Kool Kalan is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Bishnah and around 34 km from Jammu. Pachail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kool Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kool Kalan is 006254. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.6 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arnia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kool Kalan 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 Kool Kalan
As per Census 2011, Kool Kalan village has a total population of 1,404 people, consisting of 747 males and 657 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,007 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kool Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,404 | 747 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 136 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 542 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 205 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Kool Kalan
Kool Kalan 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 Kool Kalan
Kool Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Arnia to Kool Kalan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kool Kalan is about 34 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 Kool Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kool Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kool Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kool Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kool Kalan
Where is Kool Kalan located?
Kool Kalan village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kool Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kool Kalan is Pachail.
What is the pincode of Kool Kalan?
The pincode of Kool Kalan is 181131.
What is the population of Kool Kalan?
Kool Kalan has a total population of 1,404, including 747 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Kool Kalan?
There are 297 households in Kool Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Kool Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kool Kalan is 71.72%. Male literacy is 72.56% and female literacy is 70.78%.