Ram Garh - Bhalwal, Jammu
Ram Garh is a village situated in the Bhalwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Jammu and around 30 km from Jammu. Jandyal Upper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ram Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ram Garh is 005654. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 181122 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ram Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ram Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Ram Garh village had a total population of 62 people, including 36 males and 26 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 722 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Ram Garh
Ram Garh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramloo Rasorian | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Chak Jhanda Singh | South | 1.76 km |
| Mahal Kalandrian | West | 2.27 km |
| Chak Jawahar | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Keso Manhasan | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Shahzad Pur | North | 2.62 km |
| Karali Khurd | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Karali Kalan | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Maharaj Pur | West | 3.67 km |
| Swankha | North-West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ram Garh
Public transport in the Ram Garh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vijaypur Jammu, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ram Garh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Ram Garh is about 30 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 Ram Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ram Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ram Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ram Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ram Garh
Where is Ram Garh located?
Ram Garh village is located in Bhalwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ram Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Ram Garh is Jandyal Upper.
What is the pincode of Ram Garh?
The pincode of Ram Garh is 181122.
What is the population of Ram Garh?
Ram Garh had a total population of 62, including 36 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Ram Garh?
Ram Garh had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ram Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ram Garh was 73.68%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 62.50%.