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
According to the 2011 Census, Kool Kalan village had a total population of 1,404 people, including 747 males and 657 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.36%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 77.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 1,404 | 747 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 136 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,404, including 747 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Kool Kalan?
Kool Kalan had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kool Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kool Kalan was 83.36%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 77.89%.