Bumnal - Bishnah, Jammu
Bumnal is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Rehal Kalandrian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bumnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bumnal is 006240. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Rehal Kalendrian is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bumnal 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 Bumnal
According to the 2011 Census, Bumnal village had a total population of 991 people, including 525 males and 466 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.56%, with male literacy at 86.46% and female literacy at 71.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 418, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 991 | 525 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 226 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 396 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 129 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Bumnal
Bumnal 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 Bumnal
Bumnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bumnal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rehal Kalendrian to Bumnal is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Bumnal is about 35 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 Bumnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bumnal 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 Bumnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bumnal 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 Bumnal
Where is Bumnal located?
Bumnal village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bumnal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bumnal is Rehal Kalandrian.
What is the pincode of Bumnal?
The pincode of Bumnal is 181132.
What is the population of Bumnal?
Bumnal had a total population of 991, including 525 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Bumnal?
Bumnal had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bumnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bumnal was 79.56%. Male literacy was 86.46% and female literacy was 71.81%.