Fagal - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Fagal is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 36 km from Akhnoor and around 64 km from Jammu. Gangal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Fagal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fagal is 005453. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.8 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Fagal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fagal
According to the 2011 Census, Fagal village had a total population of 248 people, including 117 males and 131 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 84.85% and female literacy at 61.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 248 | 117 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 84 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 33 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Fagal
Fagal 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 Fagal
Public transport in the Fagal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Fagal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Fagal is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fagal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fagal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fagal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fagal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Fagal
Where is Fagal located?
Fagal village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Fagal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Fagal is Gangal.
What is the pincode of Fagal?
The pincode of Fagal is 181201.
What is the population of Fagal?
Fagal had a total population of 248, including 117 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Fagal?
Fagal had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fagal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fagal was 72.51%. Male literacy was 84.85% and female literacy was 61.61%.